How many E28 M5s were made?
The BMW 5 Series M5 (E28) The BMW M5 arrived in 1984, just after the M635CSi, but BMW only made 2241 in total, compared to more than twice as many as coupes. And the major caveat is that 96 of those were made in South Africa from knockdown kits – that’s worth knowing because there are some subtle differences. By our reckoning the E28 5 Series is one of the very best cars ever produced by BMW. Practical, comfortable, well-proportioned, immaculately engineered and great fun to drive, there’s very little to dislike even before you take its handsome good looks into account.The BMW E28 M5, introduced in the mid-1980s, is a classic high-performance sports sedan that stands as the first generation of the M5 series.The E28 was initially produced with straight-four and straight-six petrol engines until 1983, when the 524td model became the first BMW car to be powered by a diesel engine. It was also the first 5 Series with the centre console angled towards the driver and to be available with anti-lock brakes (ABS).
Is the M5 a luxury car?
The BMW M5 is a larger midsize executive luxury sedan with a focus on sport performance. Although the seventh-generation M5 debuted back in June 2024, people still won’t stop criticizing the car for its weight. As a refresher, the sport sedan comes in at 5,390 pounds in sedan guise and an even higher 5,530 pounds as a more practical wagon.
What is the strongest M5?
Further evolutions included the 617PS Competition variant, while the M5 CS (Competition Sport) was at the time BMW’s most powerful car ever at introduction in 2021, with 627PS (461kW) and a claimed 0-62mph of just 2. It is powered by a twin-turbocharged V8 engine, making it the first turbocharged M5 model.Powered by hand-built M engines through generations—from high-revving V10s to today’s twin-turbo V8—the M5 delivers supercar speed without sacrificing comfort. It’s not just fast in a straight line; it’s engineered to dominate highways, tracks, and history alike. A true icon where executive class meets Motorsport DNA.