2020 BMW M5 vs. 2020 BMW 7 Series
In comparing the 2020 BMW M5's and the 2020 BMW 7 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2020 BMW M5 has the advantage in the areas of resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2020 BMW 7 Series has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2020 BMW M5's and the 2020 BMW 7 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2020 BMW 7 Series is a better car than the 2020 BMW M5.
2020 BMW M5 vs. 2020 BMW 7 Series Pricing
A used 2020 BMW M5 ranges from $66,981 to $88,763 while a used 2020 BMW 7 Series is priced between $40,358 to $79,141.
2020 BMW M5 vs. 2020 BMW 7 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 BMW M5 loses 54.2 percent of its value and the 2020 BMW 7 Series loses 61.5 percent of its value. This means the 2020 BMW M5 retains 7.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 BMW 7 Series.
2020 BMW M5 vs. 2020 BMW 7 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW M5 is 7.6 out of 10 while the BMW 7 Series' quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the BMW M5 being ranked 15 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the BMW 7 Series being ranked 11 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars.
2020 BMW M5 vs. 2020 BMW 7 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW M5 is 7.8 out of 10. For the BMW 7 Series the reliability rating is 8.1 out of 10. This gives the BMW 7 Series a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW M5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 BMW M5’s base engine makes 600 horsepower, and the 2020 BMW 7 Series base engine makes 335 horsepower. The M5 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles. The 7 Series is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 597 miles. This gives the 2020 BMW 7 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 BMW M5. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2020 BMW 7 Series, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2020 BMW M5, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room cargo space. The 2020 BMW M5 and 2020 BMW 7 Series are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
66981 - 88763
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.542258
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
40358 - 79141
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.614739
BMW M5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.605462 / 10
Reliability:
7.810924 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 7 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.473464 / 10
Reliability:
8.146927 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW M5 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 7Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 20BMW 7 Series Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
23 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2020 BMW M5 Trim Levels
Base, Competition
2020 BMW 7 Series Trim Levels
740i, 740i xDrive, 750i xDrive, ALPINA B7 xDrive, M760i xDrive
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
600 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
553 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.137 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
335 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
331 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
302 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
453 / 597 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
18.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
44.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Cargo Space:
18.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
114.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4370 lbs
Width:
83.7 inches
Height:
58 inches
Length:
195.5 inches
Wheelbase:
117.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4244 lbs
Width:
85.4 inches
Height:
58.2 inches
Length:
207.4 inches
Wheelbase:
126.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/40ZR19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R18