BMW’s power-packed sedan takes charge

BMW INDIA launched the new M5 Competition at Rs 1.62 crore (ex-showroom, India). The powerpacked sedan will be available as a completely built-up unit (CBU) and provides pure M performance power with retuned chassis, new shock absorbers, track mode, active M differential with centralized intelligent control, bespoke engine mounting, M multifunction seats and set-up button sees the high-performance sedan from BMW M return to the stage in an even sharper form.

At the heart is a 4.4litre V8 engine with BMW M TwinPower Turbo that develops 625bhp and 750Nm with 0-100kmph acceleration in just 3.3 seconds. The 8-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic comes as standard, as does M xDrive all-wheel drive, which also includes a 2WD setting for rear-wheel drive.