2025 BMW M5 gets plug-in hybrid power, bound for NZ

2025 BMW M5 gets plug-in hybrid power, bound for NZ
The all-new BMW M5 is coming to NZ. (Image: Supplied)
Jet Sanchez
BMW has officially revealed the all-new BMW M5, and it's coming to New Zealand this year.The 40-year-old M5, BMW’s flagship performance sedan, is renowned for its blend of raw power and top-notch luxury.It now enters its seventh generation with an electrified powertrain, redefining performance and tech advancements for executive cars.BMW M5 gets PHEV powerFor the first time, the BMW M5 features an electrified powertrain, transforming into a full-fledged plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV).The new M Hybrid system, derived from the B...

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