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BMW 5-Series M5 (2005-2010) verdict

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Parkers overall rating: 4.5 out of 54.5
BMW 2005 M5
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BMW 2005 M5

Written by Parkers Updated: 15 September 2025

Parkers ratings

Performance

5 out of 55.0

Handling

4.5 out of 54.5

Behind the wheel

4.5 out of 54.5

Comfort

4 out of 54.0

Running costs

1 out of 51.0

Green credentials

0.5 out of 50.5

Reliability

4 out of 54.0

Equipment

4.5 out of 54.5

Safety

3.5 out of 53.5

Practicality

4 out of 54.0

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