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Tuning Attention Lands on the 2025 BMW M5 Sedan
The latest BMW M5 Sedan is increasingly becoming a favorite for tuners, and a striking example recently surfaced in Dubai. While several high-profile tuning houses have started to rework the plug-in hybrid M5, controversial tuner Mansory already revealed an over-the-top interpretation earlier in the year. The photographed example, shared by @stage4tuning on social media, looks largely factory-spec with a few bolt-on alterations, but the tuning story around this model is far from finished.
Design and Visual Changes
Visually the Dubai M5 presents a bold but divisive look. From what can be observed in the low-light images, the car wears a blue paint finish paired with black wheels and additional black accents. The illuminated grille is prominent, while yellow brake calipers and privacy glass add contrast. Inside, red leather upholstery is visible through the windows. Mansory’s builds of the new M5 incorporate forged carbon pieces and flamboyant styling details; although the car in these photos appears more restrained, the ethos of tuner customization is apparent.
Exterior details
- Blue exterior paint with black accents
- Black wheels and yellow brake calipers
- Illuminated grille and privacy windows
- Red leather interior visible through the glass
Performance and Powertrain
Underpinning the 2025 M5 Sedan is BMW’s plug-in hybrid system centered around a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8. The factory combined output is quoted at 717 hp, and BMW M Division claims a 0–60 mph (97 kph) time of 3.4 seconds. That performance figure is respectable, but the hybrid hardware adds weight, and the new M5 is noticeably heavier than its predecessor — reportedly heavier than some Ford F-150 variants — which impacts handling and agility.
On the Mansory-converted end, earlier Mansory releases pushed output to 838 hp and 848 lb-ft (1,150 Nm). The tuning house behind the Dubai car has teased an even more aggressive upgrade targeted at roughly 937 hp and 976 lb-ft (1,323 Nm) for future stages. However, the specific Dubai example only lists a sports exhaust system installed by @stage4tuning, which likely adds a few horsepower and a louder note but does not materially change straight-line acceleration or cornering ability compared with stock.
Tuning notes
- Photographed car: sports exhaust reported by stage4tuning
- Mansory builds: forged carbon and power upgrades available
- Future promised stage: up to ~937 hp and 976 lb-ft of torque
Market Positioning and Comparisons
The 2025 BMW M5 sits in the business super-sedan segment where rivals include the Mercedes-AMG E63 and Audi RS6. Compared with those competitors, the new plug-in hybrid M5 emphasizes straight-line grunt and electrified torque delivery, but the added mass undermines the nimble, razor-sharp handling that defined earlier M5 editions like the previous M5 Competition. Tuners are trying to restore or reinterpret that sporting character through weight reduction, aero, and power upgrades, but balancing styling and function remains a challenge.
Conclusion
The Dubai sighting highlights two trends: first, the new M5 is attracting tuning attention quickly; second, initial mods on street examples are subtle, often limited to exhausts and cosmetic tweaks. For enthusiasts tracking BMW tuning, the more extreme Mansory numbers and promised uprates are the most interesting developments to watch. Whether owners prefer Mansory’s flamboyant approach or a more restrained, performance-focused package, the 2025 M5 provides a flexible platform for both visual and mechanical customization.
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