Hi guys, got the article from a local website -
http://www.wheels24.co.za
Dealers are already taking deposits for the next BMW M5, according to an e-mail Wheels24 has received from a US reader, and confirm it will have a V10 engine.
Other news is that a twin turbo six is expected to be added to the new 5-Series lineup.
Our pictures, taken by eagle-eyed reader Marius Cronje, clearly show the four-pipe exhaust - typical of the M5 - and Marius assures us documentation clearly visible inside the car confirmed it WAS an M5, although he couldn't photograph that.
The deeply dished and very wide wheels can also be clearly seen, as well as a blanked-off plate on the bonnet which may well cover up an extra bonnet air intake.
Check the gallery for these pictures.
Although power output of the next M5 has not yet been officially revealed, insiders say the 5.5-litre unit will produce 410 kW, with massive torque to match, to give the sports sedan sub 5-seconds 0-100 km/h acceleration.
It will have a seven-speed SMG gearbox, with paddle controls direct from the BMW-Williams Formula One team.
It is reported that the new 284 kW twin-turbo 3-litre inline six-cylinder engine will have performance almost on a par with the outgoing M5 - 0-100 km/h in the 5.5 seconds bracket, with top speed limited to 250 km/h.
Comment:
I wonder what that plate on the bonnet is covering? I would guess that there will be PLENTY of speculation as to whether or not the M5 will be super or turbocharged.
Also, interesting to see that spoiler on the boot lid.
Great pictures, this car is going to be fantastic.
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