BMW South Africa (BMW SA) is set to launch the new BMW M5, while Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) will introduce the new Mercedes-AMG E 53 Hybrid 4MATIC+. Both marques will make history with the debut of hybridised versions of these legendary models. BMW SA has announced that the worldwide launch of the seventh-generation BMW M5 will begin in the fourth quarter of 2024. This new M5 features the innovative M Hybrid drive system, combining a high-revving 4.4-litre V8 engine with an electric motor to produce a formidable 535 kW of power and 1 000 Nm of torque. The integration of M TwinPower Turbo technology, an eightspeed M Steptronic transmission, and M xDrive all-wheel drive allows the M5 to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in a breathtaking 3.5 seconds.
From Stuttgart, the Mercedes-AMG E53 emerges with a compelling blend of a 3.0-litre six-cylinder in-line engine and a permanent E-synchronous machine. This pairing delivers a maximum output of 430 kW and 750 Nm of torque, propelling the E53 from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds. The 120-kW electric motor is elegantly integrated into the AMG Speedshift TCT 9G transmission, optimising both performance and space.
Pricing for the new BMW M5 starts at R2 690 000, while the Mercedes-AMG E53 Hybrid 4MATIC’s pricing will be revealed later this year. It’s safe to say that a new era in luxury performance sedans will begin this summer as two iconic brands redefine the standards of power and elegance.
