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BMW M5 vs BMW M850i xDrive

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 BMW M850i xDrive

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Overview

SpecBMW M5SedanBMW M850i xDriveM850i xDrive
Selected trimSedanM850i xDrive
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typeplug-in hybridgas
Model year20272026

Pricing & market

SpecBMW M5SedanBMW M850i xDriveM850i xDrive
MSRP$123,300$110,500 (best)
Lowest listing price$86,500 (best)—
Median listing price$136,472 (best)—
Highest listing price$149,347 (best)—
For sale now6 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW M5SedanBMW M850i xDriveM850i xDrive
Combined MPG14 MPG19 MPG (best)
City MPG12 MPG17 MPG (best)
Highway MPG19 MPG24 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe47 MPGe (best)—
Electric range29 mi (best)—
240V charge time2 hr (best)—
Fuel tank15.9 gal18 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW M5SedanBMW M850i xDriveM850i xDrive
Horsepower717 hp (best)523 hp
Torque738 lb-ft (best)553 lb-ft
Engine size4.4 L4.4 L
CylindersV8V8

Size & capability

SpecBMW M5SedanBMW M850i xDriveM850i xDrive
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume16.5 cu ft (best)15.5 cu ft
Payload1,003 lbs1,012 lbs (best)
Curb weight5,390 lbs4,696 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5 in5 in
Wheelbase118.3 in119 in (best)
Length200.6 in (best)200.3 in
Width77.6 in (best)76.1 in
Height59.4 in (best)55.4 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW M5SedanBMW M850i xDriveM850i xDrive
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW M5BMW M850i xDrive
1

Sedan

$123,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

M850i xDrive

$110,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)

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M850i xDrive

$110,500 MSRP

3—

M850i xDrive

$120,300 MSRP

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BMW M5 vs BMW M850i xDrive FAQ

Which is better: 2027 BMW M5 or 2026 BMW M850i xDrive?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW M5 vs 2026 BMW M850i xDrive on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 BMW M5 or 2026 BMW M850i xDrive?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 BMW M850i xDrive starts lower at $110,500. Live BMW M5 listings start at $86,500.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW M5 or 2026 BMW M850i xDrive?
The 2026 BMW M850i xDrive leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (110,500).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW M5 or 2026 BMW M850i xDrive?
The 2026 BMW M850i xDrive leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (19).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 BMW M5 or 2026 BMW M850i xDrive?
The 2027 BMW M5 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (29).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW M5 or 2026 BMW M850i xDrive?
The 2027 BMW M5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (717).