BMW F90 M5: years, specs and history (2018–2023)

BMW F90 M5 at a glance

BMW F90 M5 history

The F90 M5 brought M xDrive all-wheel drive to the M5 for the first time, with a selectable rear-drive mode, and swapped the dual-clutch gearbox for an 8-speed torque-converter automatic; the manual was dropped. Its revised 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 makes 600 hp and 553 lb-ft, and the launch price was $102,600 plus $995 destination.

A 617-hp M5 Competition joined for 2019. The 2021 update brought new lights and a larger touchscreen, and the limited 2022 M5 CS raised output to 627 hp while cutting about 230 lb.[1],[2],[3],[4],[5]

Body styles and chassis codes

BMW F90 M5 specs by variant

US-market output, gearboxes, BMW-claimed 0–60 mph times, weight and launch MSRP for every BMW F90 M5 variant we could source.[1],[2],[3],[4],[5],[7],[8],[9]

0–60 mph figures are BMW-claimed unless marked † (instrumented magazine test). "—" means we could not confirm the figure from a primary source. MSRP is US base price at launch, excluding destination. Many BMWs are electronically limited to 130 or 155 mph; see trim notes.

Compare every generation side by side on our BMW M5 specs page or with the BMW trim comparison tool.

Competition packages and special editions

• M5 Competition (2019–2023)617 hp, BMW-claimed 0–60 mph in 3.1 s; $110,995 including destination at launch.
• M5 CS (2022)627 hp, about 230 lb lighter than the M5 Competition, four individual seats; BMW-claimed 0–60 mph in 2.9 s. $142,000 plus $995 destination.

Sources:[3],[5]

What changed from the F10 M5

1. DriveRear-wheel drive gave way to M xDrive all-wheel drive with a selectable rear-drive mode.
2. GearboxThe 7-speed M DCT and the no-cost 6-speed manual were replaced by an 8-speed M Steptronic automatic.
3. EngineThe 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 was revised, from 560 hp and 500 lb-ft to 600 hp and 553 lb-ft.
4. AccelerationBMW’s 0–60 claim fell from 4.2 s (M DCT) to 3.2 s.

Sources:[1],[6]

BMW F90 M5 known issues and recalls

• High-pressure fuel pump may not be attached properly

  NHTSA recall 19V-513 · 2019–2020

  On some 2019–2020 M5s and other V8 BMWs, the high-pressure fuel pump may not have been fastened to the engine correctly. A loose pump can leak fuel and raise the risk of a fire. A separate 2018 recall (18V-323) updated engine software that could stop the fuel pump on some 2018 M5s.[10],[11]

• Transmission wiring harness can short

  NHTSA recall 19V-883 · 2019–2020

  The wiring harness for the automatic transmission on 2019–2020 M5s and 2020 M8s can be damaged and short circuit. The recall concerns possible loss of drive or other transmission faults. Dealers repair or replace the harness.[12]

NHTSA recall check by model year: 2018 · 2019 · 2020 · 2021 · 2022 · 2023. Recalls apply by VIN, so confirm completed work for the specific car.

Symptoms and what to check for each item are on our BMW M5 known issues page.

What to check before you buy a BMW F90 M5

• Confirm M5 versus M5 Competition (or CS) from the VIN; the cars look alike.
• On 2019–2020 cars, check recalls 19V-513 (high-pressure fuel pump attachment) and 19V-883 (transmission wiring harness) by VIN.
• Look for the M Driver’s Package on the build record; it raises the limiter to about 189–190 mph.
• Ask for the service history, including any brake and tire replacement — this is a 4,300-lb, 600-hp car.