{"id":267592,"date":"2024-06-26T00:01:13","date_gmt":"2024-06-25T22:01:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gtspirit.com\/?p=267592"},"modified":"2024-06-25T19:41:03","modified_gmt":"2024-06-25T17:41:03","slug":"first-drive-2025-bmw-m5-plug-in-hybrid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gtspirit.com\/2024\/06\/26\/first-drive-2025-bmw-m5-plug-in-hybrid\/","title":{"rendered":"First Drive: 2025 BMW M5 Plug-in Hybrid"},"content":{"rendered":"

BMW introduces its top model of the 5 Series with the new M5. It\u2019s not an electric model, but a plug-in hybrid that sets new standards in the luxury sedan league, following the example of the XM.<\/p>\n

BMW has already made a significant impact with its highly polarising power SUV, the XM, which can make you dizzy behind the grippy leather steering wheel. However, things get even more intense\u2014and less conspicuous. The new BMW M5 Plug-in Hybrid makes the competition look like sleepy schoolboys in the car park. A first drive in the G60 generation M5 shows that this car will set new benchmarks. Fans of estate cars can also rejoice, as the M5 will once again be available in a family-friendly Touring version after a long absence. The camouflage wrap barely conceals the flared wheel arches. More apparent are the four tailpipes at the rear and a set of side skirts, combined with the mounted 20\/21-inch wheels, leaving no doubt that this is the new top version from Garching.<\/p>\n\r\n