“Car needs foglights. Doors swing very wide for entry but hard to reach from seat to close.”
2015 BMW M5: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2015 BMW M5 is a light-update year, not a redesign. Its main change is Comfort Access keyless entry becoming standard.
About the 2015 BMW M5
F10 generation, one year after the 2014 mid-cycle update.
BMW positions the M5 as a high-performance midsize luxury sedan that combines very strong V8 power with everyday four-door usefulness. Its main appeal is straight-line speed, rear-drive balance, adaptive chassis tuning, and a premium cabin that still works as a practical family or business sedan. Against other performance sedans, the M5 stands out for blending track-minded engineering with the space and comfort of a traditional executive sedan.
The M5 remains a high-performance four-door sedan that combines a 560-hp twin-turbo V8 and rear-wheel drive with everyday luxury. Its standout equipment includes an adaptive suspension, Merino leather, heated power front seats, navigation, and a Harman Kardon sound system.
What changed, by category
Tech
Comfort Access keyless entry and satellite radio became standard. BMW also revised the phone and USB equipment, so the fuller smartphone-integration package was no longer standard.
2015 BMW M5 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto 7Spd DblCltch DrvLgc |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 14 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 20 mpg |
| Horsepower | 560 hp |
| Torque | 500 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 18.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.1 in |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Lane Departure Warning | |
| Park Assist | |
| Rear View Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Power Moonroof | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Push-Button Engine Start | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2015 BMW M5?
The biggest change is that Comfort Access keyless entry became standard for 2015. Satellite radio also became standard.
Was the 2015 BMW M5 redesigned?
No, the 2015 BMW M5 was not redesigned. It remains part of the F10 generation and arrived one year after the 2014 mid-cycle update.
Did the 2015 BMW M5 get more power than the 2014 model?
No, the regular 2015 M5 kept the same 560-hp twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8. Its transmission choices also carried over.
How is the 2015 BMW M5 different from the 2014 model?
The 2015 M5 mainly differs through standard equipment: Comfort Access keyless entry and satellite radio became standard, while the fuller smartphone-integration package was no longer standard. The regular M5 had no meaningful powertrain, styling, safety-hardware, chassis, or structural changes.
Was there a special-edition 2015 BMW M5?
Yes, BMW offered a limited 30th Anniversary edition for 2015. It was separate from the regular M5 covered by the standard equipment changes.
2015 BMW M5 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2015 BMW M5.
4.8
2015 BMW M5
(19 reviews)
“There are a couple of features I would like to see added to the M5. AWD is the biggest one. I would also like to see power trunk closure, a larger compartment in the center armrest, the ability to lock the glove box, and the European version of adaptive LED headlights. One other feature would be cooled (not just ventilated) seats.”
“I wish before I purchased the gold package braking system on my M5 that someone would have told me those brakes will squeak when stopping this is a complete embarrassment in a car with such value.”