2010 BMW M5

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Rating9.7
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$85,700
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 1, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Fantastic Performance from the V10

Outdated SMG gearbox

Latest hard-drive-based version of iDrive with a better interface

Supple Ride

Lackluster steering response

High handling limits

Not the best manual transmission

Pleasant new iDrive system

Specs & Features

$85,700

price

500 hp @ 7750 rpm

horsepower

383 lb.-ft. @ 6100 rpm

torque

7-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

5.0L 10cyl RWD 7AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2010 BMW M5 Sedan makes for an excellent contender in the luxury performance class sedans. With a single trim on offer, the BMW M5 has a base MSRP of $85,700 with prices going all the way up to an MSRP of $95,000 depending on the location. Competing directly with the Audi RS6, the Mercedes Benz E63 AMG, and the Jaguar XFR. Only a 5.0L V10 engine is offered, mated to a 7-speed Sequential Manual Gearbox (SMG) transmission, which allowed for both automatic and manual shifting modes. Together, they produce 500 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 4.8 seconds, the BMW M5 maintains a combined fuel economy of 13 MPG. BMW offers the M5 in 9 stunning colors, with the Silverstone Metallic being a particular favorite of ours. Currently, with around ___ BMW M5 available for sale, you could get a ___ trim for an average price of _____. However, one can generally expect a discount of ____ at an average, making this a perfect time to browse for a 2010 BMW M5 Sedan.

Buying Advice


Get the 2010 BMW M5 if you are looking for a full-blown luxury performance sedan that has a fantastic engine, great comfort features, a spacious cabin, and great ride and handling balance. Although there are a few things that let down the M5, some of which are its outdated SMG gearbox and lackluster feedback from the steering wheel.

Trims

    Base
    $85,700 onwards
    • Engine: 5.0L 10cyl RWD 7AM
    • Horsepower: 500 hp @ 7750 rpm hp
    • Torque: 383 lb.-ft. @ 6100 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.5 sec
    • Top Speed: 155 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 13 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$85,700

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

9.7

Horsepower

500 hp @ 7750 rpm

Torque

383 lb.-ft. @ 6100 rpm

Capacity

5

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$45,950- $60,600

Gasoline

8.13

230 hp @ 6500 rpm

200 lb.-ft. @ 2750 rpm

5

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Gasoline

8.09

182 hp @ 6700 rpm

172 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm

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Gasoline

8.47

270 hp @ 7000 rpm

223 lb.-ft. @ 5700 rpm

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Gasoline

7.92

556 hp @ 6100 rpm

551 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm

5

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Gasoline

7.73

302 hp @ 6300 rpm

272 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

-

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Gasoline

8.6

169 hp @ 6400 rpm

160 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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$20,120- $32,710

Gasoline

7.78

173 hp @ 6000 rpm

166 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

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Gasoline

7.11

173 hp @ 6000 rpm

166 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

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Gasoline

9.33

175 hp @ 6000 rpm

172 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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2010 BMW M5 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2010 BMW M5

    Ranked #4

    4.5 sec12.2 sec155 mph
    3.9 sec12.1 sec-
    4.21 sec--
    4.39 sec--
    5.27 sec-166 mph
    6.4 sec--

    2010 BMW M5 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      2010 BMW M5

      Ranked #9

      11 mpg17 mpg13 mpg18.5 gal.203.5/314.5 mi.
      22 mpg30 mpg25 mpg16.3 gal.-
      23 mpg31 mpg25 mpg17.5 gal.385/507.5 mi.
      19 mpg30 mpg24 mpg16.9 gal.354.9/507 mi.
      22 mpg29 mpg24 mpg17.5 gal.385/507.5 mi.
      19 mpg30 mpg24 mpg16.9 gal.354.9/507 mi.

      2010 BMW M5 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        2010 BMW M5

        Ranked #13

        191.5 in.72.7 in.57.8 in.-113.7 in.
        212 in.77.3 in.56.8 in.-114.7 in.

        2010 Aston Martin Rapide

        Ranked #2

        197.6 in.84.3 in.53.5 in.-117.7 in.
        196.9 in.73.1 in.59.2 in.-111.7 in.
        196.7 in.72.6 in.57.6 in.-116.4 in.

        2010 Acura RL

        Ranked #5

        195.7 in.72.7 in.57.2 in.5.7 in.110.2 in.

        2010 BMW M5 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          2010 BMW M5

          Ranked #4

          14 cu.ft.99 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.
          -97.7 cu.ft.488.1 cu.ft.
          20.6 cu.ft.-20.6 cu.ft.
          15.9 cu.ft.104.3 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.
          15.9 cu.ft.104.3 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.
          15.9 cu.ft.-15.9 cu.ft.

          2010 BMW M5 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            2010 BMW M5

            Ranked #1

            14 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.63 ft.
            -16.5 cu.ft.--
            15.9 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.-
            -16.5 cu.ft.--
            13.3 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.-
            13.8 cu.ft.-13.8 cu.ft.- -

            2010 BMW M5 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2010 BMW M5

              Ranked #4

              -4012 lbs.
              3500 lbs.3825 lbs.
              1500 lbs.3310 lbs.
              1000 lbs.3861 lbs.
              1000 lbs.3243 lbs.
              1000 lbs.3829 lbs.

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