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THE NEW BMW M5 CS: THE MOST POWERFUL BMW M CAR EVER
Wed Jan 27 00:01:00 CET 2021 Press Kit
• Limited-run special edition is the fastest and most powerful BMW M production car • Takes BMW M5 and BMW M performance to an unprecedented level • 635hp 4.4-litre V8 engine powers the M5 CS from 0-62 mph in 3.0 seconds • Fuses exceptional track performance with luxury and everyday usability • Priced at £140,780 OTR with first deliveries in spring 2021
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• Limited-run special edition is the fastest and most powerful BMW M
production car
• Takes BMW M5 and BMW M performance to an
unprecedented level
• 635hp 4.4-litre V8 engine powers the M5 CS
from 0-62 mph in 3.0 seconds
• Fuses exceptional track
performance with luxury and everyday usability
• Priced at
£140,780 OTR with first deliveries in spring 2021
Even sportier, even more luxurious, even more exclusive: BMW M GmbH
is expanding its ranks of specialised performance-focused CS models
with the introduction of the BMW M5 CS (fuel consumption, combined:
25.0 mpg, CO2 emissions, combined: 256 g/km) - the most
powerful production car in the history of the company.
Searingly fast yet eminently usable, the BMW M5 CS is the
ultimate incarnation of the BMW M5 and it is the first time there has
been a special edition of the iconic model. It blends the kind of
performance you might expect of a supercar – 0-62mph achieved in only
3.0 seconds and an electronically limited top speed of 189mph – with
everyday usability. It is a luxury saloon equally at home on the road
as it is on the racetrack.
The BMW M5 CS builds on the established presence of the BMW M3
CS, BMW M4 CS and BMW M2 CS. As the flagship model in the range, the
BMW M5 CS represents the highest rung of the BMW M ladder and sets new
standards, combining standout performance attributes with an exclusive
and luxurious appearance.
Power is provided by a 4.4-litre V8 engine with BMW M TwinPower
Turbo technology that develops 635hp – 10hp more than in the BMW M5
Competition. Its track suitability is elevated by its lightweight
design, bespoke chassis tuning and the M xDrive system, with its
centralised intelligent control approach for the Active M Differential.
The M5 CS is priced at £140,780 on-the-road. Deliveries will
begin in spring 2021.
The most powerful engine fitted by BMW M
GmbH
The BMW M5 CS sports the most powerful engine
fitted by BMW M GmbH. The 4.4-litre V8 with M TwinPower Turbo
technology develops 635hp at 6,000rpm, and peak torque of 750Nm is
produced from 1,800 – 5,950rpm. The high-revving nature of the
eight-cylinder unit – it tops out at 7,200rpm – and strong power
delivery are derived from motorsport. The engine’s characteristics can
be altered at the touch of a button from the basic EFFICIENT mode to
SPORT and SPORT+, the latter two further quickening the engine’s
response to accelerator movements.
Equipped with the M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic, the
BMW M5 CS accelerates from 0 to 62mph in 3.0 seconds. The special
edition needs just 10.4 seconds to reach 124mph from rest and is
electronically limited to a top speed of 189mph.
Model | Max Power (hp) | Peak Torque (Nm) | Acceleration (0-62mph) | Top Speed (mph) ** | Fuel economy (mpg) | CO2 emissions (g/km) | OTR Price |
M5 CS | 635 | 750 | 3.0 | 189 | 25.0 | 256 | £140,780 |
**Electronically governed
Optimised chassis designed to work with track
tyres
The new BMW M5 CS builds on the chassis of the
BMW M5 Competition and features a seven-millimetre drop in ride-height
plus shock absorbers developed for the BMW M8 Gran Coupé. As well as
bringing added comfort to the driving experience, these dampers also
reduce fluctuation in wheel loads, greatly improving on-the-limit
handling. The bearing springs at the front and rear axle of the BMW M5
CS have been retuned and damper control has also been refined to
consider the lower vehicle weight and the tyres’ increased performance potential.
The BMW M5 CS rides as standard on Pirelli P Zero Corsa track
tyres measuring 275/35 R 20 at the front and 285/35 R 20 at the rear,
which are fitted to 20‑inch M forged wheels in Y‑spoke design (front:
9.5 J x 20, rear: 10.5 J x 20) with a Gold Bronze finish.
Bespoke engine mounts and track-ready oil
supply
The BMW M5 CS is fitted with engine mounts that
have a spring rating of 900N/mm. The engine’s firm connection to the
car’s structure results in rapid engine response and immediate
transmission of its power to the drivetrain. The V8 engine – featuring
a bespoke BMW M Power cover made from exposed carbon fibre and bearing
a full-colour M logo – works with optimised turbochargers and has
maximum injection pressure of 350 bar for shorter injection times and
improved atomisation of fuel. Improvements have also been made to
lubrication and cooling, including an oil pan with a small front sump
and an indirect charge air cooling system, which is extremely
effective despite taking up little space. The oil supply system uses a
fully variable, map-controlled pump and has been designed for outings
on the racetrack, where it can handle very high levels of longitudinal
and lateral acceleration.
Distinctive M-specific soundtrack and M Sound Control
button
The sports exhaust system of the M5 CS delivers a
distinctive M‑specific sound that accentuates the engine’s strong
production of power and appetite for revs. The dual-branch,
flap-controlled system has been designed to amplify the engine note
and offer sportier and clearer feedback, while ensuring it remains
suitable for everyday conditions. The sound produced by the BMW M5 CS
changes depending on which of the various modes affecting engine
characteristics – EFFICIENT, SPORT or SPORT+ – is selected. The
character of the engine note is particularly powerful in SPORT+. The
driver can use the M Sound Control button at any time to soften the
car’s acoustic presence – for example when driving through a
residential area.
M Carbon ceramic brakes as standard
The M Carbon
ceramic brakes for the BMW M5 CS deliver superb stopping power and are
fitted as standard. The six-piston fixed-calliper units at the front
and single-piston floating callipers at the rear sport the M logo and
are painted in Red with a Gold finish available as an option. The M
Carbon ceramic brakes are 23kg lighter than the M Compound brakes on
the BMW M5 Competition. These brakes offer even better performance,
further improved fade resistance and still higher thermal stability,
combined with excellent durability.
Carbon-fibre parts contribute to significant weight
saving
The bonnet of the BMW M5 CS is made entirely from
lightweight CFRP. The front splitter and the exterior mirror caps -
taken from the BMW M8 – together with the additional rear spoiler on
the bootlid and the rear diffuser are also made from CFRP. In addition
to aiding aerodynamics, these parts also contribute to a near 70kg
weight reduction over the BMW M5 Competition.
The M5 CS sports exhaust system’s quartet of stainless-steel
tailpipes and Gold Bronze accents add to the special edition’s
exclusive exterior details. The kidney grille surround on the BMW M5
CS is finished in Gold Bronze, as are the M gills on the front wings
and “M5 CS” badges on the kidney grille and bootlid. The
special-edition model exclusively adds a Gold Bronze finish to the
20-inch M forged wheels in Y-spoke design. The door sill finishers
come with illuminated “M5 CS” badges, while extended high-gloss
Shadowline trim features on the exterior mirrors, window frame
surrounds and B-pillar.
BMW Laserlights with exclusive yellow tone
The
BMW M5 CS is equipped as standard with BMW Laserlight, and its light
graphic has a new look. While the BMW Individual Shadowline trim with
additional black shading adds a dark-tinted accent to the headlights,
the L-shaped light tubes are unexpectedly versatile: as daytime
driving lights and side lights, they shine in the familiar white, but
when low or high beam is activated, they switch to a distinctive
yellow tone that BMW M5 CS drivers can also see from the outside, when
they unlock the car remotely, triggering the Welcome Light.
Duo of exclusive individual matt paint
finishes
The BMW M5 CS is available in three different
paint shades – Brands Hatch Grey metallic or exclusive BMW Individual
matt paint finishes Frozen Deep Green metallic and Frozen Brands Hatch
Grey metallic.
Race-inspired interior layout
The BMW M5 CS is both a luxurious saloon and a high-performance
sports car with room for four. The interior layout – comprising four
individual M Carbon bucket-style seats – is exclusive to the
special-edition model.
The M Carbon seats in the front with integral head restraints
and illuminated M5 logos help to reduce the car’s weight, with the
contoured side bolsters for the seat cushion and backrest also
providing firm lateral support. The fine-grain Merino leather covers
for the front seats and their Merino leather counterparts on
the exclusive individual seats in the rear come in black with
eye-catching contrasting panels and decorative stitching in Mugello
Red. The outline of the legendary Nürburgring circuit imprinted on the
head restraints is a reminder of the car’s sporting potential. The
M Carbon seats in the front are electrically adjustable for height,
tilt, seat cushion length and backrest angle, while the backrest width
can be altered pneumatically. They are heated as standard and the
driver’s seat also comes with a memory function.
M Alcantara steering wheel and bespoke CS
detailing
Further interior details hint at the sporting
intent of the BMW M5 CS. The rim of the M Alcantara steering wheel is
wrapped in the race-derived material from which it takes its name,
while its centre-marker perforation with red background is another
classic race car influence. The gearshift paddles are made from carbon
fibre and the steering wheel spokes have Black Chrome trim. Elsewhere,
Alcantara is also used for the headliner. A fixed lightweight cover
sits atop the centre console where an armrest with opening lid can
usually be found. Its black Merino leather is complemented by red
double stitching. This cover, together with the absence of an oddments
tray, brings about a significant weight reduction. Red “CS” badging
features on the instrument panel and between the bucket-style seats in
the rear. The M seat belts feature red and blue contrast stitching
that pay homage to the BMW M colours. The colours also appear in an
“M5” badge on the velour M floor mats with bespoke piping and in the
illuminated “M5 CS” badge on the door sill finishers.
12.3-inch central display provides access to driving
dynamic systems
The new operating concept for the BMW M5
featuring a 12.3-inch central display makes it easy for the driver of
the BMW M5 CS to keep a clear eye on the myriad functions of the
driving dynamic systems and BMW M xDrive all-wheel drive. The driver
can switch swiftly between the ROAD and SPORT settings using the M
Mode button. Keeping the M Mode button pressed, then confirming the
prompt in the central display engages TRACK mode.
M View in the instrument cluster and Head-Up
Display
Activating SPORT mode in the BMW M5 CS brings up
M View in both the instrument cluster and the Head-Up Display. Here,
only relevant information for performance driving – i.e. an M-specific
rev dial, the shift lights, a digital speed readout and the gear
currently engaged – is shown in the 12.3‑inch instrument display.
Drivers can also choose to view additional information including
coolant temperature, charge pressure, tyre condition and
longitudinal/lateral acceleration in the instrument cluster. When M
View is active, a rev counter with colour-coded warning zones appears
in the Head-Up Display, while shift lights indicate the ideal time to
change gear. Navigation instructions, distance warnings, current gear,
vehicle speed and any speed limits or overtaking restrictions detected
by the Speed Limit Info system are also displayed here.
Setup button takes drivers straight to the configuration
menu
Pressing the Setup button positioned above the M
Mode button takes the driver straight to the central display’s menu
for programming an individual configuration for the powertrain and
chassis options. This allows drivers to tailor the car’s setup to the
driving situation at hand and their personal preferences. Simplified
operation using the touchscreen display or iDrive Controller makes it
easy to choose different settings for the engine, suspension, steering
and M xDrive system. The two red-painted M1 and M2 buttons next to the
gearshift paddles on the M Alcantara steering wheel make it possible
to change quickly between setups. Drivers can use these buttons to
compose two individual setups with their choice of M xDrive,
DSC, engine, transmission, damper and steering characteristics, as
well as their desired M View configuration in the Head-Up Display.
M xDrive and driving dynamics components are individually
configurable
The driver can individually configure both
the M xDrive system and all the driving dynamics components to tailor
the BMW M5 CS handling characteristics to their preference. The M
xDrive system’s rear-wheel-biased setup gives the car exceptional
agility. In addition, the driver can vary the distribution of power
between front and rear wheels, and also adjust the responses of the
DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) system. As well as 4WD and 4WD Sport,
drivers have the choice of 2WD mode for pure rear-wheel drive. This
allows skilled owners to enjoy the driving experience offered by past
generations of the BMW M5.
The Variable Damper Control (VDC) system offers the COMFORT,
SPORT and SPORT+ driving modes. COMFORT focuses on broad-based
everyday usability and familiar M comfort, combined with standout
dynamics. SPORT mode reduces wheel and body movements to create more
direct contact with the road, but still has sufficient comfort dialled
in. This setting is suited perfectly to sporty driving on country
roads and offers the ideal handling profile for laps of the
Nürburgring. SPORT+ mode maximises performance on smooth asphalt, such
as dedicated race circuits, with wheel and body movements minimised.
Advanced digital services: BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant,
Smartphone Integration and Remote Software Upgrade
The
standard BMW Live Cockpit Professional brings in the latest BMW
Operating System 7 and a host of digital services as standard.
The M5 CS includes the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant with
the latest extended functionality. This technology learns routines,
habits and preferences to help the driver get the best out of the
in-car functionality. Smartphone Integration is offered as standard,
without any runtime limitations, and is now compatible with both Apple
CarPlay and Android Auto.
Also offered on the M5 CS is the Remote Software Upgrade
functionality that keeps the vehicle up to date with the latest
software. All updates can be imported over the air, either on a
smartphone via BMW Connected or directly into the car using its
built-in SIM card. Installation is much like a smartphone update. The
content of the upgrades can vary, from new software services to
improved vehicle functions and the possibility to purchase additional
technology via the BMW ConnectedDrive online store.
Ends
Fuel consumption, CO2 emission figures and power
consumption were measured using the methods required according to
Regulation VO (EC) 2007/715 as amended. The figures are calculated
using a vehicle fitted with basic equipment in Germany, the ranges
stated take into account differences in selected wheel and tyre sizes
as well as the optional equipment. They may change during configuration.
For further details of the official fuel consumption figures and
official specific CO2emissions of new cars, please refer to the
"Manual on fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and power consumption
of new cars", available at sales outlets, from Deutsche Automobil
Treuhand GmbH (DAT), Hellmuth-Hirth-Str. 1, 73760
Ostfildern-Scharnhausen and at https://www.dat.de/co2/.
The BMW Group
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premium manufacturer of automobiles and motorcycles and also provides
premium financial and mobility services. The BMW Group production
network comprises 31 production and assembly facilities in 15
countries; the company has a global sales network in more than 140 countries.
In 2020, the BMW Group sold over 2.3 million passenger vehicles
and more than 169,000 motorcycles worldwide. The profit before tax in
the financial year 2019 was € 7.118 billion on revenues amounting to €
104.210 billion. As of 31 December 2019, the BMW Group had a workforce
of 126,016 employees.
The success of the BMW Group has always been based on long-term
thinking and responsible action. The company has therefore established
ecological and social sustainability throughout the value chain,
comprehensive product responsibility and a clear commitment to
conserving resources as an integral part of its strategy.
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CO2 EMISSIONS & CONSUMPTION.
BMW M5 CS:
Fuel consumption, combined: 11.3 – 11.1 l/100 km [25.0 – 25.5 mpg imp] correspond to NEDC; 11,3 - 10,9 l/100 km correspond to WLTP, CO2 emissions, combined: 258 – 253 g/km correspond to NEDC, 257 – 248 g/km correspond to WLTP.
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