Compare 2003 BMW M5 - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $70,400 | $76,000 | $71,830 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $64,225 | $70,680 | $64,647 |
| Destination | $695 | $720 | $645 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Air Conditioning, Rear | N/A | With Separate Controls | N/A |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Visors | N/A | Dual | N/A |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Cargo Net | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Cell Phone | Pre-wiring | Pre-wiring | Pre-wiring |
| Clock | In-dash | Analog | Analog |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Cupholders | Front | Front And Rear | Front |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather | Leather/genuine Wood | Genuine Wood |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Lighter Elements | Front | Front | Front And Rear |
| Ashtray | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overhead Console | N/A | Mini | Mini With Storage |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | N/A | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | N/A |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voltage Gauge | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | N/A | Keyfob | N/A |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | Power | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather | Leather/genuine Wood |
| Air Compressor | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Sport Bucket | Premium Bucket | Sport Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 10-way Power | 12-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 10-way Power | 12-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable W/tilt |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | N/A | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Cooled Front Seats | N/A | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Memory | Driver | Driver And Passenger | Driver |
| Rear Seats | Bench | Bench | Bench |
| Rear Armrest | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - W/tilt | 2 - Adjustable |
| Heated Rear Seats | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Leather | Leather |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo |
| Cassette Player | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| CD Player | Trunk/cargo Area Mounted 6-disc | In-dash Mounted Single | Trunk/cargo Area Mounted 6-disc |
| CD Changer Compatible | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Speakers | 12 | 12 Harman Kardon | 9 Alpine |
| Amplifier | Optional | Premium | Standard |
| Equalizer | Graphic | N/A | Automatic |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Navigation System | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Door Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Tube 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | N/A |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Power Front | Front | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front And Rear | Front |
| Headlights | High Intensity Low Beam, Xenon | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Programmable | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Headlight Washer | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Directionally Adaptive Headlights | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Door Curb Lights | N/A | 4 | 4 |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | Optional | Parktronic | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| First Aid Kit | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance ( Unlimited Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 72 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | Unlimited Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Window Grid | Retractable |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Black | Body-colored | Body-colored |
| Bodyside Insert | N/A | Chrome | N/A |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Chrome | Stainless Steel |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | Driver And Passenger | Driver | N/A |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Steel |
| Spoiler | Lip | N/A | N/A |
| Roof Rack | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Front Tires | P245/40ZR18.0 BSW Summer Performance | P245/40ZR18.0 BSW Summer Performance | P255/40ZR18.0 BSW Summer Performance |
| Tires - Rear | 275/35ZR18 | 265/35ZR18 | N/A |
| Wheels | 18" Chrome Aluminum | 18" Silver Aluminum | 18" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Aluminum | Compact Steel | Full-size Aluminum |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Mud Flaps | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 5.0L V-8 | 5.5L V-8 | 4.0L V-8 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | SOHC | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | N/A | Intercooled Supercharger | Intercooled Supercharger |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Re-circulating Ball | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Sport | Regular | Sport |
| Ride Control | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Suspension | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Height Adjustable Suspension | N/A | Automatic W/driver Control | N/A |
| Automatic Level Control | N/A | 4-corner | N/A |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | AMG | Regular |
| Front Springs | Coil | Air | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | N/A |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | AMG | Regular |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Air | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | DSC III | Standard | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | N/A | AMG Speed Shift | N/A |
| Transmission | 6-spd Man W/OD | 5-spd W/OD | 5-spd Auto W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.15 | 2.65 | 3.06 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 188.4 " | 190.3 " | 197.8 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 70.9 " | 71.3 " | 70.8 " |
| Exterior Height | 56.7 " | 57.0 " | 52.7 " |
| Engine | 5.0L V-8 | 5.5L V-8 | 4.0L V-8 |
| Horsepower | 394 @ 6,600 Rpm | 469 @ 6,100 Rpm | 370 @ 6,150 Rpm |
| Torque | 368 @ 3,800 Rpm | 516 @ 2,650 Rpm | 387 @ 3,600 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 13 Mpg | 14 Mpg | 16 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 21 Mpg | 21 Mpg | 22 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 5.2 Seconds | 4.7 Seconds | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 13.7 Seconds | 13.0 Seconds | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 104 Mph | 109 Mph | N/A |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .9 | N/A |
| Slalom Speed | 61 Mph | 61 Mph | N/A |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.70/3.50 " | 3.82/3.62 " | 3.39/3.39 " |
| Curb Weight | 4,024 Lbs. | 3,815 Lbs. | 4,050 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 5,049 Lbs. | N/A | N/A |
| Payload | 1,025 Lbs. | N/A | N/A |
| Wheelbase | 111.4 " | 112.4 " | 113.0 " |
| Front Track | 59.6 " | 61.4 " | 59.1 " |
| Rear Track | 60.1 " | 61.1 " | 59.0 " |
| Turning Radius | 19.0 '' | 18.7 '' | 19.4 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | .31 | .27 | .37 |
| Front Legroom | 41.7 " | 41.9 " | 41.2 " |
| Rear Legroom | 34.2 " | 35.6 " | 33.7 " |
| Front Headroom | 37.4 " | 37.4 " | 37.2 " |
| Rear Headroom | 37.2 " | 37.7 " | 36.3 " |
| Front Hip Room | 58.0 " | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Hip Room | 58.5 " | N/A | N/A |
| Front Shoulder Room | 56.8 " | 56.4 " | 57.3 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 55.9 " | 56.1 " | 57.3 " |
| Luggage Volume | 11.1 Cu.ft. | 15.9 Cu.ft. | 12.7 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 11.1 Cu.ft. | 15.9 Cu.ft. | 12.7 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 92 Cu.ft. | 97 Cu.ft. | 93 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 18.5 Gal. | 20.6 Gal. | 23.1 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings | |||
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings | |||
