2023 BMW M5 Specifications Overview

The 2023 BMW M5 is certified across 7 configurations with Electric Drive Motor(s), 4.4L 8-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include All-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic (A1) or Automatic (S8). EPA classified under the Subcompact Cars / Midsize Cars / Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD size category. Platform architecture belongs to the 6th Generation (F90) vehicle family.

Engine / Motors
2 Options
Electric Drive Motor(s), 4.4L 8-Cylinder Engine
Drivetrain Options
AWD
All-Wheel Drive
Transmissions
2 Options
Automatic (A1), Automatic (S8)
Vehicle Classification
Subcompact Cars
Official EPA regulatory class

Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (7)

Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation

Configuration / Model Engine & Displacement Cylinders Induction / Tech Transmission Drivetrain Fuel System
i4 M50 Gran Coupe (19 inch wheels) Subcompact Cars Electric Drive Motor(s) 0 Permanent Magnet Motor Automatic (A1) All-Wheel Drive Electricity
i4 M50 Gran Coupe (20 inch wheels) Subcompact Cars Electric Drive Motor(s) 0 Permanent Magnet Motor Automatic (A1) All-Wheel Drive Electricity
M550i xDrive Sedan Midsize Cars 4.4L 8-Cylinder Engine 8 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (S8) All-Wheel Drive Premium
X5 M50i Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 4.4L 8-Cylinder Engine 8 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (S8) All-Wheel Drive Premium
X6 M50i Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 4.4L 8-Cylinder Engine 8 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (S8) All-Wheel Drive Premium
M5 Sedan Midsize Cars 4.4L 8-Cylinder Engine 8 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (S8) All-Wheel Drive Premium
M5 Competition Sedan Midsize Cars 4.4L 8-Cylinder Engine 8 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (S8) All-Wheel Drive Premium
EPA Certification Standards: Powertrain and transmission specifications represent official laboratory configuration records filed under 40 CFR Part 600. For detailed fuel economy ratings, electric range, and annual fuel costs, explore the 2023 BMW M5 MPG & Range Report.

Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture

Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities

EPA Regulatory Size Class

  • Subcompact Cars
  • Midsize Cars
  • Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

NHTSA NCAP Body Formats

  • 2023 BMW M5 Sedan 4 DR AWD

Active Safety Technology

Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.

Official US Government Data Provenance

Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.