2025 BMW M5 TRACK VOYAGE - IS BMW’S 5400LB BOAT SEAWORTHY?

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The 2025 BMW M5 is presented as a track-capable, albeit heavy, performance sedan. The reviewer highlights its immense power (717 hp, 738 lb-ft torque) and the significant responsiveness added by the hybrid system, which effectively overcomes the vehicle's substantial 5,400 lb curb weight. Despite its heft, the M5 is described as nimble and agile on track, with light steering allowing for quick corrections. However, the reviewer notes it lacks the raw, CS-like sweetness of previous generations and can feel like it's on a "knife edge," especially in wet conditions. Ergonomic challenges with steering wheel buttons and an overwhelming number of drive modes are mentioned as minor drawbacks. The car's ability to feel smaller than its actual size and its impressive performance in both dry and wet conditions are key takeaways, though the reviewer expresses a desire for simpler, more intuitive driving modes.