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“Fat” BMW M5? Mansory has the answer

The latest generation of the BMW M5 has gained a reputation for the wrong reasons. Due to the switch to a plug-in hybrid drive, the model is noticeably heavier than its predecessor, which has attracted a lot of criticism. In addition, many believe that the design is not among the most successful in the history of the M5 line, and the acceleration is no longer at the top of the class as it once was.

That’s because the model is significantly heavier than its predecessor due to the added electric trickery, because it is now a plug-in hybrid, if you haven’t heard. On top of that, it’s not exactly the prettiest M5 ever made, is it? And just so you know, it is slower than the previous generation in a straight-line acceleration, as the older M5 could simply humiliate it.

Based on the official numbers that BMW’s M Division released, the latest M5 (2026 and 2026 model years) can reach 60 mph (97 kph) in 3.4 seconds, which is not bad at all. However, keep in mind that the older one can do it in 3.1 seconds, and even in 2.9 seconds if we are talking about the crazy M5 CS. As for the firepower, it stands at a combined 717 hp (535 kW/727 ps) and 738 lb-ft (1,000 Nm) of torque, as that’s how much its electrified 4.4-liter TwinPower Turbo engine pumps out with the electric trickery.

The pictured BMW M5, however, is more powerful, as it has received some oily upgrades from Mansory. As a result, it now enjoys 838 horsepower (625 kW/850 ps) in total and a more impressive 848 lb-ft (1,150 Nm) of torque. Unfortunately, the tuner has refrained from announcing how fast it is with these mods, yet if the weight of the added features hasn’t gone up a lot, we reckon that it should be at least one-tenth of a second quicker than the standard M5.

As for the visual extras, these include a lot of add-ons at the front, sides, and rear, including those attached to the bumpers, the side trim, side skirt extensions, a pair of spoilers at the rear, a chunky diffuser, a fat apron, and a few other bits and bobs. New logos are also on deck and part of the makeover, and so are the wheels. This particular BMW M5 features a satin black look with the extras being presented in naked carbon fiber.

There are also three exhaust tips that have been mounted in the middle, privacy windows all around, and likely an interior job that is not visible at all in these pictures that @bornwithcamera shared on social media not long ago. The car in question is said to have been built by @herceg_automotive using Mansory’s parts, and it was probably a special commission from a wealthy client who wanted their latest generation BMW M5 to stand out more than it currently does.

According to official data from the BMW M department, the current M5 (models 2025/2026.) reaches 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds. While that is impressive, the previous generation did it in 3.1 seconds, while the extreme M5 CS lowered the time to just 2.9 seconds. The new M5 develops a combined 717 hp and 1,000 Nm of torque from an electrified 4.4L TwinPower Turbo V8 engine.

The example in the photos has gone a step further thanks to Mansory modifications. Power has been increased to 838 hp and 1,150 Nm of torque. Although the tuner has not released new acceleration figures, it is assumed that it could be at least a tenth of a second faster than the standard model, provided that additional modifications have not significantly increased the mass.

Visual changes include numerous additions to the front and rear bumpers, sill extensions, side inserts, two rear spoilers, a massive diffuser and new wheels. The car is finished in satin black, while the aero elements are made of visible carbon.

Also noticeable are three centrally mounted exhaust pipes, tinted windows and probably an additionally customized interior, although interior details are not shown. Allegedly, this M5 was assembled using Mansory parts on order from a wealthy client who wanted his car to look even more impressive.

by Autonews