
The upcoming BMW M5 which has been spied recently is expected get a version of the twin-turbocharged V-8 rated higher at approximately 600 hp. A seven or eight speed dual-clutch transmission might make its way to the new M5.
According to rumors, BMW is believed to use an F1-inspired Kinetic Energy Recovery System setup for short-term power boosts.
The M5 is also believed to feature a start-stop system. BMW will likely go for a larger starter to handle the job, having abandoned development of the smoother but more expensive starter-generator system.
The next M5 will come a year or so after the regular 5-series, internally called F10. Structurally, the F10 is rather conventionally engineered, and it does away with the sophisticated and expensive aluminum front end of the current 5- and 6-series. With the F10, aluminum will be used for some exterior panels and some chassis components, a more cost-effective approach.
The just-launched 5-series GT gives an idea of the next 5’s underpinnings.


















