BMW M5 vs Porsche Panamera

CarWale brings you comparison of BMW M5 and Porsche Panamera. The BMW M5 price is Rs. 2.05 Crore and Porsche Panamera price is Rs. 1.71 Crore. The BMW M5 is available in 4395 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) and Porsche Panamera is available in 2894 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol.

M5 Competition vs Panamera G3 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	M5	Panamera
Price	Rs. 2.05 Crore	Rs. 1.71 Crore
Engine Capacity	4395 cc	2894 cc
Power	717 bhp	349 bhp
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic (DCT)
Fuel Type	Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol)	Petrol

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BMW M5

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Rs. 2.05 Crore

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Rs. 1.71 Crore

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Engine	4395 cc, 8 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	2894 cc, 6 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	Twin-Turbocharged V8	V6 Biturbo
Turbocharger/ Supercharger	Twin Turbo	Twin Turbo (Sequential)
Battery	Lithium Ion, 18.6 V	Not Applicable
Fuel Type	Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol)	Petrol
Ethanol Compatibility	E20	E20
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	717 bhp @ 5600 rpm	349 bhp
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	1000 Nm @ 1800 rpm	500 Nm
Performance on Alternate Fuel		34 bhp @ 1150 rpm, 300 Nm @ 1150 rpm
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Acceleration	0-100 km/h in 3.5 seconds (claimed)	0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds (claimed)
Top Speed (kmph)		270
Mileage	User Reported: 14 kmpl
Idle Start/Stop
Driving Range (km)	69
Drivetrain	AWD	RWD
Transmission	Automatic - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic (DCT) - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Pure Electric Driving Mode

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Double Wishbone Axle with Adaptive Variable Damper Control	Aluminium double wishbone
Rear Suspension	Five-link Axle with Adaptive Variable Damper Control	Aluminium multi-link
Advanced Suspension Features		Ride Height Adjustment
Steering	Power assisted (Electric) steering	Power assisted (Electric) steering
Tyres	Radial - Tubeless Tyres	Radial - With Tube Tyres
Spare Wheel & Tyre	Space Saver	Space Saver
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	6.3	5.95
Front Tyres	285 / 40 R20	265 / 45 R19
Rear Tyres	295 / 35 R21	295 / 40 R19
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Puncture Repair Kit

Electric Motor & Battery

Features

Exterior

Safety

Forward Collision Warning	Warning only
ADAS	Level 2
NCAP Rating	Not Tested	Not Tested
Airbags	7 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, Front Centre)	10 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Front Passenger Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, 2 Rear Passenger Side)
Automatic Emergency Braking
Lane Functions		Lane Departure Prevention (Optional)
Lane Departure Warning		Optional
Blind Spot Detection
High-beam Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Second Row Middle Seat Safety	Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Automatic Climate Control: Four Zone (Front AC: Two Zones with Fan speed control, Second row AC: Blower with Fan speed control with Vents Behind Front Armrest)	Automatic Climate Control: Four Zone (Front AC: Two Zones with Fan speed control, Second row AC: Dual Zones with Fan speed control with Vents Behind Front Armrest and on Pillars)
Air Purifier	Optional
Heater
Cruise Control
Parking Assist	Reverse Camera	Reverse Camera
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Steering Adjustment	Electric Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver (with light)	Driver & Co-Driver (with light)
Headlight and Ignition on Reminder
Charging Ports	2 x 12V Power Outlets	2 x 12V Power Outlets
Umbrella Storage in Door
Heated/Cooled Cup Holders
Electronic Parking Brake
Cabin Boot Access
Dashcam

Lighting

Headlights	LED	LED
Cornering Headlights	Intelligent	Active
Headlight Height Adjuster
Automatic Headlamps
Taillights	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)	LED	LED
Fog Lights	LED - Front & LED - Rear	LED - Front & LED - Rear
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Interior Lamps	Front and Rear Glovebox Lamp, Reading Lamp,	Front Glovebox Lamp,
Ambient Interior Lighting		Multi-colour
Puddle Lamps

Braking & Traction

Brakes	Ventilated Disc (Front & Rear)	Ventilated Disc (Front & Rear)
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Hold Control
Hill Descent Control
Differential	Limited slip	Limited slip
Limited Slip Differential
Differential Lock
Four-Wheel-Drive	Torque-On-Demand

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Anti-glare ORVMs	Both Sides	Both Sides
Exterior Door	Body Coloured Door Handles	Soft-Close Doors, Body Coloured Door Handles
Interior Door Handles Finish	Chrome	Chrome
Power Windows	Front & Rear Power Windows, All One-touch up/down	Front & Rear Power Windows, All One-touch up/down
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Scuff Plates	Illuminated	Metallic
ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)	Black finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs	Body-Coloured finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Rain-sensing Wipers
Rear Wiper
Boot Opener	Internal with Remote	Electric Tailgate Release
Rear Defogger

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Infotainment Screen	Touch-screen Display	12.3" Touch-screen Display
Audio System	18 Speakers	6+ Speakers
AM/FM Radio
Steering-Mounted Controls
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone Calls & Audio Streaming	Phone Calls & Audio Streaming
Smart Connectivity	Android Auto & Apple CarPlay	Apple CarPlay
WiFi Hotspot
Voice Command		2
Gesture Control
Input Methods	Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), AUX Compatibility	Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), AUX Compatibility, DVD Playback
GPS Navigation System
Wireless Charger

Seats & Upholstery

Seat Upholstery	Leather	Leather
Driver Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: forward / back)	8 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, seat base angle: up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	10 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down, headrest: forward / back)	8 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, seat base angle: up / down)
Second Row Seat Adjustment	2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)	6 way electrically adjustable (backrest tilt: forward / back, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back)
Ventilated Seats	Front Seats (Heated)	Front (Heated)
Massage Seats		Optional
Interior	Dual Tone (Silverstone \| Black , Aragon Brown \| Black , Black \| Black)	Single Tone (Black)
Wrappings	Wrapped Steering Wheel	Leather Wrapped Gear Knob & Wrapped Steering Wheel
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Front Seatback Pockets
Driver Armrest
Rear Armrest
Split Rear Seat		50:50
Folding Rear Seat		Flat
Split Third Row Seat
Active headrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Third Row Seat Type

Mobile App Features

Instrumentation

Fuel Consumption	Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning	Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning
Instrument Cluster Screen	Digital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness	Analogue - Digital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Trip Meter	2 Trips Electronic	2 Trips Electronic
Door Ajar Warning
Average Speed
Heads Up Display (HUD)		2
Tachometer	Digital	Analogue
Gear Indicator
Gear Shift Indicator	Dynamic
Clock	Digital	Digital

Storage

Brochure

Colours

	M Carbon Black metallic	White
	Black Sapphire metallic	Black
	Sophisto Grey brilliant effect metallic	Jet Black Metallic
	M Marina Bay Blue metallic	Carrara White Metallic
	M Isle of Man Green metallic	Volcano Grey Metallic
	M Brooklyn Grey metallic	Dolomite Silver Metallic
	Fire Red metallic	Ice Grey Metallic
		Provence
		Madeira Gold Metallic
		Lugano Blue
		Gentian Blue

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.9/5

163 Ratings

4.8/5

12 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.9Exterior	4.8Exterior
	4.7Comfort	4.3Comfort
	5.0Performance	4.8Performance
	4.3Fuel Economy	3.1Fuel Economy
	4.7Value for Money	4.0Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

BMW M5: Luxury Meets Beast Mode in Perfect Harmony

The BMW M5 is an exhilarating mix of luxury and performance. Buying experience: While I didn’t purchase it, my relative found the process smooth, with top-notch customer service and attention to detail. Driving experience: Driving it was a thrill—its 4.4L V8 engine packs 617 hp, offering mind-blowing acceleration and razor-sharp handling. The adaptive suspension balances sportiness with comfort. Looks and performance: It’s a head-turner with its bold design, sharp lines, and iconic kidney grille. The interior feels premium, boasting advanced tech, comfortable seats, and a driver-focused layout. Servicing and maintenance: My relative mentions that BMW's service is reliable but pricey, and maintenance costs are on the higher side. Pros: Outstanding performance, luxurious interior, cutting-edge features. Cons: High upkeep costs, not the most fuel-efficient. A perfect choice for those seeking luxury with adrenaline.

Great car but little pricey.

Amazing car with great comfort and speed. The price is a little on the higher side else is definitely worth it. The seats are very comfortable and the interior is very amazing. The launch control adds more sweet spot to the car acceleration.

Used Cars in India

5 Used M5

Rs. 56.61 Lakhonwards

19 Used Panamera

Rs. 25 Lakhonwards

Length Width Height	4983 mm * 1903 mm * 1469 mm	5049 mm * 1937 mm * 1423 mm
Ground Clearance	128 mm (unladen)
Wheelbase (mm)	2982	2950
Kerb Weight (kg)	1970

Seating Capacity	5 Seats and 2 Rows	4 Seats and 2 Rows
Doors (Doors)	4	4
Bootspace	530 L	495 L
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)		75

Sunroof		Panoramic Sunroof
Body-coloured Bumpers
Rub-strips
Body Kit
Exhaust		Chrome Finish
Antenna	Roof-Mounted Antenna	Roof-Mounted Antenna

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless	Keyless
Child Safety Lock
Speed Sensing Door Lock

Emergency Call Button		2
Find My Car		2
Check Vehicle Status via App		2
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App		2
Remote Parking with Key
Remote AC: On / Off via App		2
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App		2
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App		2
Over The Air (OTA) Updates		2
Geo-fence		2
Alexa Compatibility

Cup Holders	Cupholders in Front & Second Row	Cupholders in Front & Second Row
Cooled Glovebox
Sunglass Holder
Driver Armrest Storage
Third Row Cup Holders