BMW has released the final version of the F10-generation M5 before the new model makes an appearance in 2017.
In terms of power output, the Competition edition boasts the same outputs as the South African market-only Pure Metal Edition that we recently tested (441 kW and 700 Nm). The M5 Competition Edition features a number of items from the M5 Competition Pack, such a lower ride height (by 10 mm) and firmer suspension settings, as well as a derivative-specific control setting for the Active M differential for optimised traction.
The Competition Edition will be limited to 200 cars, of which half will be finished in Carbon Black and the rest Mineral White; South Africa will receive just 6 of the units… Each car will be adorned with a “1/200” logo (to mark the special edition) and shod with 20-inch Jet Black double-spoke M light alloy wheels.
The final touches to the Competition Edition include a 1 200W Bang & Olufsen surround sound system, head-up display, lane departure warning, heated seats (for the front occupants) and a through-loading system. The BMW Driving Assistant system is an optional extra.
The BMW M5 Competition Edition will be available from R1 964 500 and includes a 5-year/100 000 km maintenance plan.
