The updated BMW M5 Touring has been spotted lapping the Nurburgring, showing off a refreshed front end and a new interior.
Spy footage from CarSpyMedia reveals the high-performance wagon looks and sounds quick, despite its hefty curb weight.
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Design Updates
Up front, the facelifted M5 Touring features redesigned headlights similar to other Neue Klasse models.
The kidney grilles have been made noticeably slimmer, a welcome change for many.
The rear remains disguised, but new taillights and a fresh diffuser are expected.
Inside, the M5 will adopt BMW's Panoramic iDrive system, along with an angled central infotainment display and a new two-spoke steering wheel.
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These interior changes align with the latest BMW models like the iX3, i3, and X5.
Under the hood, the current 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 plug-in hybrid produces 717 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque.
While some powertrain tweaks could free up more power or efficiency, significant weight reduction is unlikely.
The M5 Touring tips the scales at 5,530 lbs (2,475 kg), a point of criticism since its launch.
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As part of BMW's transition to the Neue Klasse era, the M5 receives a facelift rather than a full redesign.
