iSpy: 2011 BMW M5

Inside sources have revealed that the next-generation M5, due in early 2011, will be powered by a high-performance twin-turbo V-8 engine instead of a naturally aspirated V-10. The new V-8 will be matched to BMW’s M-DCT dual-clutch system, as found in the M3, but a conventional 6-speed will almost certainly be offered, too.

iSpy: 2011 BMW M5 with Twin-Turboed V8!

Lumma Desgin flexes its muscles with the BMW M5

The E60-based BMW M5 CLR 730 RS still has the standard 5.0-liter V10 engine, but with a pair of superchargers, a new sport exhaust system and various other modifications, this monster churns out a total of 730hp with a peak torque of 700Nm (516 lb-ft).


Race Specs

- 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 4.2 seconds
- 0 to 200 km/h (124mph) in 10 seconds
- 0 - 300km/h (187mph) in 29.5 seconds
- Top speed = 367.4 km/h (226.8 mph)


Other Mods

- 6-piston calipers with 405mm drilled disks up front and 4-piston calipers with 380mm drilled discs
- Wide bodykit: new hood, trunk lid with an integrated spoiler, mirror caps, door handles, entrance strips and fenders (all carbon fiber)
- 21-inch lightweight forged alloy wheels
- Tires size = 255/30 up front and 295/25 at the back
- Various interior colors