2026 BMW M5: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The most important change for the 2026 BMW M5 is faster AC charging: maximum charging power rises from 7.4 kW to 11 kW, shortening Level 2 charging time. Otherwise, this is a light-update year with no broad redesign or major performance change.
About the 2026 BMW M5
7th generation (G90 Sedan and G99 Touring), second U.S. model year; before a mid-cycle styling update
The M5 is BMW’s executive performance car, built to combine extreme acceleration and track-capable handling with five-passenger comfort and daily usability. Its defining difference is the 717-hp plug-in-hybrid V8 powertrain working with adjustable performance AWD, adaptive suspension, and rear-wheel steering. The Sedan emphasizes the traditional high-performance luxury-car shape, while the Touring adds a large folding-seat cargo area without giving up the core powertrain, chassis technology, or premium cabin equipment.
The M5 Sedan remains a high-powered executive sports sedan that combines a 717-hp plug-in-hybrid V8 with adjustable performance AWD, adaptive suspension, and a premium cabin. The M5 Touring uses the same performance hardware in a wagon body, adding family-friendly cargo space, folding rear seats, a panoramic glass roof, and an automatic liftgate. Both have a 12.3-inch digital instrument display, a 14.9-inch touchscreen, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
What changed, by category
2026 BMW M5 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Hybrid, Twin Turbo, 4.4 Liter | |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Steptronic, Sport & Manual Modes | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | |
| Fuel Type | Plug-In Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid |
| Horsepower | 194 hp | 194 hp |
| Torque | 553 lb-ft | 553 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 16.5 cu-ft | 27.2 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.2 in | |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 29 | 29 |
| MPGe Combined | 47 | 54 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||
| Alarm System | ||
| Automatic High Beams | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Park Assist | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Head-Up Display | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Remote Start | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2026 BMW M5?
The biggest change is faster Level 2 charging. The plug-in-hybrid system's maximum AC charging power increases from 7.4 kW to 11 kW, so replenishing the battery takes less time.
Is the 2026 BMW M5 a redesign?
No, the 2026 M5 is not a redesign. It is the second U.S. model year of the seventh-generation M5, with no significant changes to its styling, displays, standard safety equipment, or chassis hardware.
Does the 2026 BMW M5 make more power than the 2025 model?
No, the 2026 M5 keeps the same 717 hp and 738 lb-ft as the 2025 model. Its main update is higher AC charging power rather than added performance.
Does the 2026 BMW M5 still come as a sedan and a wagon?
Yes, the 2026 lineup consists of the M5 Sedan and the wagon-bodied M5 Touring. Both use the same 717-hp plug-in-hybrid V8 powertrain, while the Touring emphasizes passenger and cargo flexibility.
Is the 2026 BMW M5 substantially different from the 2025 model?
No, the 2026 M5 is largely the same vehicle as the 2025 model. The meaningful difference is its upgrade from 7.4-kW to 11-kW AC charging, which shortens Level 2 charging time.