2008 BMW M5 Brochure

2008
BMW M5 Sedan
2007
BMW M6 Coupe
BMW M6 Convertible
The Ultimate
Driving Machine®

BMW M engineers: masters of
increasing muscle – without steroids.

A 500-horsepower
understatement.

You cannot sit in the driver’s seat of the M5 without a feeling of awe. This is more than a car; Restyled for model year 2008, the M5 interior is more luxurious than ever. Elegant curves ren-
Equipment of model shown:
it’s your partner in high performance. Aluminum-ringed gauges convey data quickly; perfectly dered in leather flow back from the dash, and are carried across the doors to the rear complaced controls receive and execute your commands in an instant. All essential functions partment. The sleek, leather-covered center console1 is also restyled for greater versatility. Upholstery: Silverstone II Merino Leather (Full)
are placed within reach, on and around the thick M multi-function steering wheel where you The sculpted dash integrates gauges and the Navigation system screen, while dual cowls Interior trim: Brushed Aluminum Shadow
Optional equipment: Navigation systemwould instinctively reach for them. To help you keep your eyes on the road, an optional M5 shield them from sunlight for enhanced legibility. Primary climate and audio controls, now
Head-up Display projects important data onto the windshield, along your line of vision. gleaming with Silver Titanium trim, are conveniently set into the clean sweep of the center
dash; non-driving functions can easily be accessed and modified via the redesigned iDrive
Controller. Six programmable memory keys give you quick access to your favorite radio stations, Navigation addresses and phone numbers2 with just a touch. The result is an
environment that frees you to concentrate on the job at hand: the sheer thrill of driving the M5.
1 With optional Full Merino Leather upholstery.
2 If so equipped.

2 3 4 5
1 M side gills.
M-style performance – optimized in every detail. 23 FrontM side-viewair dammirrorwith threeenhancesair intakeaerodynamics.scoops.
4 Two dual chrome-plated stainless-steel tailpipes, diffuser and M rear spoiler
5 19" M Radial Spoke (Style 166M) light cast alloy wheels.1
1 Due to low-profile tires, please note: wheels, tires and suspension parts are more susceptible to road
hazard and consequential damages. Performance tires not recommended for driving in ice and snow.

2 3 4 5
1 Door-sill trim with M5 logo.
2 Optional M-style Head-up Display.
3 Optional 6-speed manual transmission.
4 Optional 20-way multi-function front seats.
5 20-way multi-function front seats with Perforated Merino Leather.1
1 Requires optional Ventilated Seat feature.

Drivers cannot live
on speed alone.

The luxurious interior of the M6 Convertible caters to the dual The M sport multi-function steering wheel, leather-wrapped and Trim options include choice wood grains and dashing modern elements
nature of every serious driver – the need to be in control, and supple to the touch, is also outfi tted with BMW’s SMG paddle shifters like carbon fi ber. M Car badging on the door sills brings powerful
the desire to be pampered. for Formula 1-inspired shifting. The optional Head-up Display projects elegance to the cockpit. The Logic7 audio system delivers premium,
vital driving information as an unobtrusive, yet easy-to-read image above crystal-clear, 13-speaker sound with CD, AM/FM, MP3 and optional
For the driver and the front-seat passenger, the M6 Convertible’s the driver’s-side dash. And the Navigation system gives you extensive SIRIUS Satellite Radio capabilities. Enjoy this extraordinary audio
16-way power sport seats are bolstered to hold you tight through traffi c information, detailed maps and driving directions. system even more with optional HD Radio,™ which receives free, digital
any curve-hugging driving maneuver. Upholstered in true M fashion AM/FM broadcasts across the U.S. in clear, static-free quality sound –
with stylish Merino Leather and race-inspired trim, the M sport M Drive, a part of BMW’s innovative iDrive Navigation and control AM sounds like FM; FM sounds like CD. Also enjoy new “multicast”
seats also offer the comfort of three-stage heating and four-way system, lets you set and then save your ideal driving preferences, all FM stations, as well as a variety of innovative data services. In every
lumbar support. at the touch of a button. Parameters for SMG programs, Electronic sense, the M6 Convertible surrounds its occupants in functional,
Damping Control (EDC) settings, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) fl awless luxury.
mode, engine response and more can be “memorized,” and then
instantly recalled at any time.

2 3 4 5
1 Door-sill trim with illuminated M6 logo.
2 Instrument panel dashboard in optional Full Merino Leather.
3 Illuminated SMG selector lever.
4 Information Display with white illuminated surrounds on the
speedometer and tachometer and red instrument needles.
5 Optional M-style Head-up Display.

1 2
1 Aerodynamic low-profile M6 Convertible softtop available in black or gray.
2 Characteristic M Car dual chrome-plated stainless-steel tailpipes.
3 White turn signal indicators incorporated into the M side gills.
4 M auto-dimming side-view exterior mirrors with power fold-up feature.
5 Lightweight M6 carbon-fiber roof is four times lighter than steel.1
6 19" M Radial Spoke (Style 167M) light cast alloy wheels.2
1 Available in M6 Coupe only.
2 Due to low-profile tires, please note: wheels, tires and suspension parts are more susceptible to road
hazard and consequential damages. Performance tires not recommended for driving in ice and snow.
3 4 5 6

Softtop colors | Interior trims | Combinations
Combinations
Interior colors Merino Leather (Extended)1 Perforated Merino Leather (Full)2, 3 Merino Leather (Full)3, 4
Portland Indianapolis Silverstone II Sepang Black Silverstone II Sepang Black Silverstone II Sepang Black
Upholstery color Brown Red
Exterior paint colors5
300 Alpine White
p p p p p p p p Non-metallic
A29 Silverstone Silver
p p p p p p p Metallic
A08 Silver Gray
Metallic6 p p p p p p p
A52 Space Gray
Metallic7 p p p p p
440 Stratus Gray
Metallic6 p p p p p
A32 Sepang Bronze
p p p p p p p Metallic
A31 Indianapolis Red
p p p p Metallic
A30 Interlagos Blue
p p p p p p Metallic
A35 Monaco Blue
p p p p Metallic
475 Black Sapphire
p p p p p p p p p p p Metallic
Interior trim
737 Brushed Aluminium Shadow7
4MC Carbon Fiber Black8
4ME Walnut Madeira Wood9
4MK Olive Ash Wood10
Please note: The optional M5 multi-function front seats with Perforated Merino Leather are upholstered in the same color leather, front and back. The backs of all other seats are upholstered in Black Leather.
1 Merino Leather (Extended): Standard in the M5 and M6; includes Anthracite Cloth headliner M6 Convertible softtop colors
and side pillars. 388 Black (standard)
2 Perforated Merino Leather (Full): Optional in the M5; requires optional Ventilated Seats feature and 389 Gray (optional)
optional multi-function front seats with Active width-adjustment feature. Not available in the M6.
Please note: Either softtop can be selected with any color combination. 3 Optional Full Leather includes leather-covered instrument panel, center console and door panels,
and Anthracite Alcantara roofliner. Anthracite Alcantara roofliner not available in the M6 Convertible.
4 Merino Leather (Full): Optional in the M5 and M6.
5 All exterior paint colors are standard (if available) on the M5 and M6.
6 Silver Gray Metallic and Stratus Gray Metallic paints: Available on the M6; not available on the M5.
7 Space Gray Metallic paint and Brushed Aluminum Shadow trim: Available on the M5;
not available on the M6.
8 Carbon Fiber Black trim: Optional in the M6; not available in the M5.
9 Walnut Madeira Wood trim: Standard in the M6; no-cost option in the M5.
10 Olive Ash Wood trim: No-cost option in the M5 and M6.

Standard equipment | Optional equipment
M5 M6 M6 Performance and efficiency Sedan Coupe Convertible
5.0-liter, 40-valve V-10 engine with M high-pressure Double-VANOS “steplessly” variable valve timing p p p
10 individual throttle butterflies, electronically controlled p p p
G-sensitive semi-dry-sump lubrication system p p p
Oil coolant heat exchanger p p p
Digital Motor Electronics (DME) with on-board diagnostics p p p
3-way catalytic converter with heated oxygen sensor p p p
7-speed Sequential Manual Gearbox (SMG) with DRIVELOGIC p p p
6-speed manual transmission1 k k k
M5 M6 M6 Handling, ride and braking Sedan Coupe Convertible
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with M Dynamic Mode (MDM) p2 p p
All Season Traction with M Variable Differential Lock p p p
Vehicle-speed-sensitive variable-assist power steering (M Servotronic)
with M Driving Dynamics Control (2 settings – throttle and steering) p p p
Aluminum double-pivot strut-type front suspension and 4-link integral rear suspension p p p
Independent suspension with M calibration (stiffened dampers,
springs and anti-roll bars; modified rear axle geometry) p p p
Electronic Damping Control with Comfort, Normal and Sport mode p p p
Lightweight, double-joint spring strut front axle with aluminum crossbar p p p
Lightweight integral rear axle p p p
4-wheel BMW M vacuum-assisted ventilated, cross-drilled anti-lock compound disc brakes (ABS) p p p
M5 M6 M6 Interior seating and trim3 Sedan Coupe Convertible
18-way power-adjustable BMW M sport front seats, including adjustable seatback side bolsters, headrests,
4-way lumbar and 2-way thigh support, and 2-setting memory system for both front seats p
14-way power-adjustable BMW M sport front seats, including adjustable seatback side bolsters and 4-way lumbar
support; 2-way manual thigh support and adjustable headrests; and 3-setting driver’s-seat memory system p
14-way power-adjustable BMW M sport front seats, including power adjustable headrests and
4-way lumbar support; 2-way manual thigh support; and 3-setting driver’s-seat memory system p
20-way multi-function front seats with active width adjustment
(upholstered in the same color leather, front and back) k
Merino Leather upholstery (Extended) p p p
Merino Leather upholstery (Full) k k k
Perforated Merino Leather upholstery (Full)
(requires optional Ventilated Seats feature and optional multi-function front seats) k
Front and rear center armrests p
Adjustable front center armrest p p
M-badged door sills p p p
p Standard 1 Steering wheel paddles and DRIVELOGIC center console DSC button are
k Optional 2 notOptionalavailable6-speedwith optionalmanual transmissionmanual transmission.does not allow complete
disengagement of DSC.
3 See Combinations chart on preceding page for requirements on ordering
upholstery, seats and trim.

Standard equipment | Optional equipment
M5 M6 M6 Exterior Sedan Coupe Convertible
M Radial Spoke (Style 166M) light cast alloy wheels, 19 x 8.5 front/19 x 9.5 rear,
with 255/40ZR-19 front, 285/35ZR-19 rear performance tires4 p
M Radial Spoke (Style 167M) light cast alloy wheels, 19 x 8.5 front/19 x 9.5 rear,
with 255/40ZR-19 front, 285/35ZR-19 rear performance tires4 p p
Tire Pressure Monitor system p p p
BMW M front spoiler, rear apron/air diffuser p p p
M rear spoiler p
Wraparound body-color bumpers with hydraulic energy absorbers and front-compressible elements p p p
Xenon Adaptive Headlights with dynamic auto-leveling feature and individual illuminating rings on all 4 headlights p p p
Side-view mirrors with electrochromic auto-dimming, power fold-up feature and
automatic tilt-down of passenger’s side-view mirror when vehicle is shifted into reverse gear p p p
Heated side-view mirrors, windshield washer jets and door locks p p p
Rain-sensing windshield wipers with Automatic headlight control and headlight washing system p p p
Park Distance Control with front and rear sensors p p p
Twin-chamber exhaust system with twin dual chrome-plated tailpipes p p p
Choice of standard or metallic paint p p p
M5 M6 M6 Audio system Sedan Coupe Convertible
Logic7 Surround Sound anti-theft AM/FM stereo CD audio system with MP3 capabilities,
13 upgraded speakers (including 2 sub woofers), Digital Sound Processing (DSP), p p p
Radio Data System (RDS), Auto-Store and 3-channel FM diversity antenna
Premium Sound audio system with enhanced bass k k k
HD Radio™ can be ordered in combination with Logic7 or Premium Sound audio system k k k
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio5 k k k
iPod and USB adaptor (includes cable connector) k k k
4 Due to low-profile tires, please note: wheels, tires and suspension parts
are more susceptible to road hazard and consequential damages.
Performance tires not recommended for driving in ice and snow.
5 Please visit your authorized BMW center for details on equipment.

Standard equipment | Optional equipment
M5 M6 M6 Instrumentation and controls Sedan Coupe Convertible
M multi-function leather-wrapped sport steering wheel with SMG paddles, M Drive function and cruise control p p p
M-design instrument cluster with white-illuminated gauges, oil temperature gauge,
and variable warning segment on tachometer p p p
Service Interval Indicator p p p
Check Control vehicle monitoring system p p p
Start/Stop button p p p
External temperature display p p p
On-board computer p p p
Navigation system (includes 8.8" screen with 16 x 9 format and Real Time Traffic Information) p p p
Head-up Display with additional M-specific display functions, including speed,
dynamic engine speed range, and shift lights6 k k k
Voice Command System p p p
Vehicle & Key Memory p p p
M5 M6 M6 Comfort and convenience Sedan Coupe Convertible
Automatic Climate Control with separate left/right temperature and air distribution controls,
with automatic air recirculation p p p
3-stage heated front seats p p p
3-stage heated rear seats k
Heated steering wheel7 k
2-way power glass moonroof with remote, expanded “one-touch” operation,
anti-trapping feature, and sliding interior sunshade p
Reinforced carbon-fiber roof p
Fully lined power softtop roof with heated glass rear window p
Power tilt and telescopic steering wheel with automatic tilt-up p p p
Power windows with key-off and “one touch” up and down operation both front
and rear, anti-trapping feature, opening from remote, and closing from exterior lock p p p
Power rear-window sunshade and manual rear side-window sunshades k
Remote control key p p p
Comfort Access keyless entry with multi-function remote control k k k
BMW Ambiance Lighting p p p
Interior courtesy lights with automatic dimming function p p p
Front map lights and rear reading lights with separate left/right controls p p p
Dual front sun visors with illuminated mirrors p p p
Ground-illuminating lights in door handles p p p
Integrated 3-button Universal garage-door opener p p p
Heated driver’s door lock and rear window defroster p p p
Split fold-down through-load rear seats and ski bag k
Ski bag p p
Soft-close doors and soft-closing trunk lid feature k k k
Fully finished trunk with tool kit and interior trunk release p p p
Power outlet in trunk, front passenger’s footwell and back of center console p
Glove compartment with rechargeable take-out flashlight p p p
p Standard 6 Not available with green band windshield; M5 with manual transmission
k Optional will not show gear information or shift lights.
7 Available starting with May 2007 production.

Standard equipment | Optional equipment
M5 M6 M6 Safety and security Sedan Coupe Convertible
Driver’s and passenger’s front airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) with “smart” dual-stage
and dual-threshold deployment, and sensor to prevent unnecessary passenger’s airbag deployment p p p
Front- and rear-seat Head Protection System (AHPS II) p
Front-seat Head Protection System (AHPS II) p
Rollover Protection System p
Front-door-mounted side-impact airbags p p p
Automatic front safety belt pretensioners p p p
Rear-seat side-impact airbags and automatic pretensioners on rear outboard safety belts k
Automatic locking retractors (ALR) on all safety belts (for installation of child-restraint seats) p p p
Interlocking door anchoring system p p p
BMW’s Advanced Safety System for integrated deployment of safety features p p p
Impact sensor that activates Battery Safety Terminal disconnect of alternator, fuel pump and starter from battery p p p
Coded Driveaway Protection p p p
Remote keyless entry security alarm system with selective unlocking and double-lock features
(programmed at BMW center), remote trunk opening, interior motion detector, and panic feature p p p
Adaptive Brake Lights p p p
BMW Assist™ with Bluetooth® wireless tech nology for hands-free calling
(with Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone), phonebook downloading and speech recognition capabilities p p p
M5 M6 M6 BMW Services Sedan Coupe Convertible
BMW Ultimate Service™ p p p
M Driving Experience at the BMW Performance Center in Spartanburg, SC10 p p p
M5 M6 M6 Stand-alone optional equipment Sedan Coupe Convertible
6-speed manual transmission11 k k k
20-way multi-function front seats with active width adjustment (upholstered in the same color leather, front and back) k
Merino Leather upholstery (Full) k k k
Perforated Merino Leather upholstery (Full)
(requires optional Ventilated Seats feature and optional multi-function front seats) k
Premium Sound audio system with enhanced bass k k k
HD Radio™ can be ordered in combination with Logic7 or Premium Sound audio system k k k
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio12 k k k
iPod and USB adaptor (includes cable connector) k k k
Head-up Display with additional M-specific display functions, including speed,
dynamic engine speed range, and shift lights8 k k k
3-stage heated rear seats k
Heated steering wheel9 k
Power rear-window sunshade and manual rear side-window sunshades k
Comfort Access keyless entry with multi-function remote control k k k
Soft-close doors and soft-closing trunk lid feature k k k
Split fold-down through-load rear seats and ski bag k
Rear-seat side-impact airbags and automatic pretensioners on rear outboard safety belts k
8 Not available with green band windshield; M5 with manual transmission 11 Steering wheel paddles and DRIVELOGIC center console DSC button
will not show gear information or shift lights. are not available with optional manual transmission.
9 Available starting with May 2007 production. 12 Please visit your authorized BMW center for details on equipment.
10 For more information on the M Driving Experience at the BMW Performance Driving School,
visit bmwusa.com/performancecenter or call toll-free 1-877-996-5999.

Technical data
Weight M5 Sedan M6 Coupe M6 Convertible
Unladen lb 4012 3909 4398
Weight distribution, front/rear % 52.2/47.8 53.5/46.5 49.9/50.1
Engine M5 Sedan M6 Coupe M6 Convertible
Liters/cylinders/valves per cylinder 5.0/V-10/4 5.0/V-10/4 5.0/V-10/4
Displacement cu cm 4999 4999 4999
Bore/Stroke inch 3.62/2.96 3.62/2.96 3.62/2.96
Nominal output/rpm hp 500/7750 500/7750 500/7750
Max torque/rpm lb-ft 383/6100 383/6100 383/6100
Compression ratio :1 12.0 12.0 12.0
Transmission M5 Sedan M6 Coupe M6 Convertible
7-speed SMG gear ratios I/II/III :1 3.99/2.65/1.81 3.99/2.65/1.81 3.99/2.65/1.81
IV/V/VI :1 1.39/1.16/1.00 1.39/1.16/1.00 1.39/1.16/1.00
VII/R :1 0.83/3.99 0.83/3.99 0.83/3.99
Final drive ratio :1 3.62 3.62 3.62
6-speed manual gear ratios I/II/III :1 4.06/2.40/1.58 4.05/2.37/1.58 4.05/2.37/1.58
IV/V/VI/R :1 1.19/1.00/0.87/3.68 1.19/1.00/0.87/3.68 1.19/1.00/0.87/3.77
Final drive ratio :1 3.62 3.62 3.62
Performance M5 Sedan M6 Coupe M6 Convertible
Drag coeffi cient Cd 0.31 0.32 0.34
Top speed1 mph 155 155 155
Acceleration 0-60 mph2 sec 4.5 4.5 4.6
Fuel consumption3 M5 Sedan M6 Coupe M6 Convertible
7-speed SMG transmission – City/Highway mpg 12/18 12/18 12/19
6-speed manual transmission – City/Highway mpg 12/18 TBD/TBD TBD/TBD
Tires and Wheels M5 Sedan M6 Coupe M6 Convertible
Tire dimensions (performance tires)4 front 255/40ZR-19 255/40ZR-19 255/40ZR-19
rear 285/35ZR-19 285/35ZR-19 285/35ZR-19
Wheel dimensions, front/rear 19 x 8.5 / 19 x 9.5 19 x 8.5 / 19 x 9.5 19 x 8.5 / 19 x 9.5
Material light cast alloy light cast alloy light cast alloy
Brakes M5 Sedan M6 Coupe M6 Convertible
Front – diameter inch 14.7 14.7 14.7
Rear – diameter inch 14.6 14.6 14.6
Please note: Technical specifications are subject to change without notice.
1 Top speed limited electronically. 4 Due to low-profile tires, please note: wheels, tires and suspension parts are more susceptible
2 BMW AG test results. to road hazard and consequential damages. Performance tires not recommended for driving in
3 Some fuel consumption figures not available at time of printing. Please go to bmwusa.com for ice and snow conditions.
further information. EPA-estimated figures are for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage
will vary, depending on speed, driving habits, trip length and driving conditions; actual mileage
may be lower.

Specifications | Technical illustrations
M5 Sedan
57.8
62.2 61.7
80.2 72.7
39.1 38.1
113.7
191.5
57.3 57.2
All dimensions of technical drawings in inches.
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Specifications | Technical illustrations
M6 Coupe
37.6 35.6
54.0
61.7 37.8 109.5 44.5
191.8
56.4 49.4
62.4
73.0
M6 Convertible
37.8 36.5
54.2
61.7 37.8 109.5 44.5
191.8
56.4 49.4
62.4
73.0
All dimensions of technical drawings in inches.