M-Style Body Kit Makes the Suspension Upgrades More Obvious
With V10 power, 507 horsepower and a 7-speed F1-style SMG transmission, the 2005 M5 is readying to take back its ultimate sedan status from the Audi RS6 and Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG.
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| As a taste of things to come, BMW will be offering the functional and attractive M-Package for the 5-Series sedan and Touring (wagon). (Photo: BMW of North America) |
The M5 has the ability to deliver mind-numbing driving dynamics capable of humbling even the finest Italian supercars without breaking a sweat or losing its 5-Series' style or functionality. While it won't be available until January 1st, 2005, BMW has an alternative to tempt sport sedan connoisseurs in the meantime: the functional and attractive M-Package for the 5-Series sedan and Touring (wagon).
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| Suspension upgrades and an appearance enhancing body kit, plus improved interior components are part of the M-Package. (Photo: BMW of North America) |
Like the name suggests, the M-Package was developed by BMW's "M" Motorsport Division to provide buyers and owners of BMW's new 5-Series with enhanced agility and style. A series of exclusively designed equipment, ranging from suspension upgrades to an appearance enhancing body kit, plus enhanced interior components, add a little bit more M excitement to the 5-Series mix.
The idea of an M-Package is hardly new, as BMW has been enhancing its regular production models for years. Recent examples include this year's 330M, the Canada-only M540i of years gone by, and the slick, stylish and now classic M635ci.