Overview There’s always room for a little more, and the BMW M5 Touring is a great example of that. Underneath the Touring’s utility-oriented body lie underpinnings nearly identical to the standard M5 supersedan, complete with standard all-wheel drive, a well-tuned adaptive suspension, and a battery pack capable of delivering an EPA-estimated 25 miles of all-electric driving range. Minor tweaks to the Touring’s suspension tuning and chassis result in a wagon that is just as dynamically engaging and hellaciously fast as its sedan counterpart, but with a little more room for junk in the trunk. What’s New for 2026?The BMW M5 Touring can charge a little faster for 2026, now accepting up to 11 kW of power, when previously it topped out at 7.4 kW. Two new interior leather options are available, too: a dark Violet/Black Merino leather combo and a Taupe/Deep Lagoon pairing. Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2026 BMW M5 Touring is expected to start around $126,000.M5 Touring$126,000 (est)The M5 Touring’s six-figure price tag sure seems steep at first, but considering it’s only slightly more than the sedan and roughly the same price as the Audi RS6 Avant, it’s not impossible to justify. We’d consider adding the M Driver’s Package as it increases top speed to 190 mph, but otherwise, the M5 Touring comes equipped with plenty of high-end items. All models come with a Bowers & Wilkins stereo, a panoramic sunroof, leather upholstery, and a giant dashboard display running the latest iDrive 8.5 infotainment software. We would add the Executive package, as it comes with front and rear heated seats, ventilated front seats, power rear sunshades, a light-up front grille, and parking sensors.Engine, Transmission, and PerformanceUnder the M5 Touring’s hood lies the same plug-in hybrid powertrain you’ll find in the M5 sedan. A twin-turbocharged V-8 engine and an electric motor combine for a whopping 717 horsepower. All models come with an eight-speed automatic transmission and rear-biased all-wheel drive, the latter of which can be turned off, resulting in an entirely rear-drive setup. Adaptive dampers, rear-wheel steering, and huge brakes are standard. When we drove the M5 Touring, we marveled at its power and acceleration. It handles similarly to the sedan, with minimal body roll and a huge amount of grip, and provides an even more pleasing exhaust note than its sibling does.0–60-MPH TimesWe haven’t yet tested the M5 Touring at our test track, but we estimate it will get to 60 mph in 3.2 seconds.More on the M5 Touring Station WagonRange, Charging, and Battery LifeThe EPA estimates that the M5 Touring’s onboard battery pack can manage 25 miles of electric range per charge. That’s enough to sneak to the grocery store and back without dipping into the fuel reserves. The Touring’s charge rate has also increased for 2026, with a new maximum figure of 11 kW, up from 7.4 kW. That should speed up charge times, but we haven’t had a chance to test that yet. Fuel Economy and Real-World MPGThe EPA hasn’t released any fuel economy information for the 2026 M5 Touring yet, but the 2025 model received estimates of 11 mpg city and 17 mpg highway. We’ll update this section once the EPA has released information on the newest model and once we’ve taken it on our 75-mph real-world highway route. For more information on the M5 Touring’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website.Interior, Comfort, and CargoThe primary difference between the M5 and the M5 Touring is the latter’s expansive rear cargo area. Behind the liftgate you’ll find an 18-cubic-foot luggage area that can grow to a voluminous 58 cubic feet with the rear seatbacks folded flat. Otherwise, the M5 Touring’s interior features the same mix of luxury and tech as its sedan counterpart. Leather upholstery, ambient interior lighting, a panoramic sunroof, and plenty of digital displays create a welcoming and well-connected cabin. Through the BMW Individual program, you can add fancier Merino leather to the mix, and an available Executive package ensures your M5 Touring is loaded with every high-end feature.The Car and Driver DifferenceInfotainment and ConnectivityAll M5 Touring models come with a 14.9-inch infotainment touchscreen with BMW’s iDrive 8.5 interface. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included, and when the car is parked, users can play games or stream video through a 5G data connection. A 12.3-inch digital gauge display is also standard, as is a Bowers & Wilkins stereo system.How to Buy and Maintain a CarSafety and Driver-Assistance FeaturesThe M5 Touring offers many driver-assistance features as standard, including automated emergency braking and blind-spot monitoring. More advanced features—including BMW’s hands-free driving mode—are optional as part of the Driving Assistant Professional package. For more information about the M5’s crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
- Standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection
- Standard lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist
- Available adaptive cruise control with hands-free driving mode
Warranty and Maintenance CoverageBMW’s warranty and complimentary scheduled maintenance are about average for the luxury segment.
- Limited warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles
- Powertrain warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles
- Complimentary scheduled maintenance is covered for three years or 36,000 miles
SpecificationsSpecifications
2025 BMW M5 Touring
Vehicle Type: front-engine, mid-motor, rear/all-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door wagon
PRICE
Base: $122,675
POWERTRAIN
twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 32-valve 4.4-liter V-8, 577 hp, 553 lb-ft + AC motor, 194 hp, 207 lb-ft (combined output: 717 hp, 738 lb-ft; 14.8-kWh lithium-ion battery pack; 11.0-kW onboard charger)
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase: 118.3 in
Length: 200.6 in
Width: 77.6 in
Height: 59.7 in
Passenger Volume, F/R: 55/45 ft3
Cargo Volume, F/R: 58/18 ft3
Curb Weight (C/D est): 5550 lb
PERFORMANCE (C/D EST)
60 mph: 3.2 sec
100 mph: 7.0 sec
1/4-Mile: 11.1 sec
Top Speed: 155–190 mph
EPA FUEL ECONOMY (C/D EST)
Combined/City/Highway: 18/16/22 mpg
Combined Gasoline + Electricity: 48 MPGe
EV Range: 25 miMore Features and Specs
Source: caranddriver.com
