2018 BMW M5 Specifications
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | AWD (standard), Rear Wheel |
| M xDrive | |
| Body / Chassis : | Unitary steel |
| Production Years for Series : | 2012 - |
| Weight : | 4123 lbs | 1870.161 kg |
| Combined MPG : | 28.00 |
Performance
| 0-60 mph : | 3.9 seconds. |
| Top Speed : | 155 mph | 249.395 km/h (limited) |
| Coefficient of Drag : | 0.33 |
Engine & Transmission
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4400 cc | 268.5 cu in. | 4.4 L. |
8 Automatic M Steptronic
Production Figures
| Total 2018 M5 production : | 200 |
| 2018 BMW M5 | |
Handling
Recall
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Mfr Report Date | 20170821 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 18V323000 |
| Summary | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW M5 vehicles. In certain driving conditions, the engine control unit software may cause the fuel pump to stop. |
| Consequence | If the fuel pump stops, the vehicle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Mfr Report Date | 20180116 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 18V473000 |
| Summary | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW M5 vehicles. The fuel level sensor in the fuel tank may become stuck against an in-tank fuel line, causing the fuel gauge to display an inaccurate and possibly larger amount of fuel than is actually available. |
| Consequence | An incorrect fuel reading may lead to the vehicle stalling and increase the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | BMW will notify owners, and dealers will secure the in-tank fuel line to keep the fuel line from contacting the fuel level sensor, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Mfr Report Date | 20180502 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 19V684000 |
| Summary | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, Z4 sDrive, Z4 M40i, 740Le xDrive and 745Le xDrive, 2018-2019 640i xDrive Gran Turismo and Rolls-Royce Phantom, 2019 M850i xDrive Gran Coupe and Rolls-Royce Cullinan and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, 'Rearview Mirrors.' |
| Consequence | The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated June 2024
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What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2018 BMW M5?
Q: How fast is the 2018 BMW M5? A: The 2018 BMW M5 has a top speed of 155 mph. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2018 BMW M5? A: The 2018 BMW M5 has a wheelbase size of 116.69 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2018 BMW M5? A: The 2018 BMW M5 has a length of 193.31 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2018 BMW M5? A: The 2018 BMW M5 has a width of 74.45 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2018 BMW M5? A: The 2018 BMW M5 was a Sedan.Q: How many 2018 M5s were produced? A: BMW produced 200 examples of the M5 in 2018.Q: What engine did the 2018 BMW M5 have? A: The engine powering the 2018 BMW M5 was a V 8 (4400 cc | 268.5 cu in. | 4.4 L.). Q: What transmission did the 2018 BMW M5 have? A: The 2018 BMW M5 had a 8 speed Automatic M Steptronic gearbox.