Watching this again as I've just bought one, collecting next weekend. Regarding the grip about the looks - if it didn't blend in the way it does, I wouldn't have bought it, I need a car that can blend in in the office car park when needed, and the M5, in Singapore Grey in this case, fits that bill nicely.
Fantastic review mate! I always enjoy how well rounded your reviews are, however by no means are they boring. And I know for a fact that is something difficult to do (while filming + while editing) while doing these things, as these trips usually are just so hectic. Once again proves why you are one of the best automotive youtubers out there! Had a real blast on this trip with you mate, until next time ;-)
Ahh thanks buddy, that means so much coming from you! This wouldn't have been half the video without your help and skilful filming, those external shots make all the difference! Hopefully see you soon bro x
Yes thank you Robert and thank you Joe for taking on the strenuous task of driving this animal around. I'd sure have 1 if i could... take 1 over anything else pretty much.
Another epic video joe! Just love the way u can talk so in depth abt a car for a long time and how it drives without boring the audience... Just like Chris Harris! Chris Harris is no longer on youtube, but ive found the perfect alternative! U and Sid! Hats off bro
Got to drive a BMW UK car about a month ago, albeit for only 20 mins. Ridiculously good car, comfortable, full of tech... first time ever I've jumped back in the m2 and it felt slow
What an excellent video, brilliant quality with good and sensible advice as always! I really wonder if BMW is planning to offer the next gen M3/M4 with this new M xDrive system. That would be absolutely mega!
The reason why its so quiet when your cruising along in comfort modes etc is because the windows have some kind of acoustic coating on them; I've got a 540i xdrive & this has it also. PS I agree with your comments about it being 2 cars in 1, my cars the same, tho not quite as fast! of course. awesome vids by the way
Another stomping M review Joe. Will be interesting to see what you make of the M2 Competition when you get your hands on one, whether it's worth the upgrade from an M140i
Enjoyed this passionate, informative & objective review delivered very naturally. A very unique style. Totally agree with the uninspired aesthetics. Performance seems great for a large practical saloon. Look forward to more of these reviews.
Great video Joe, M5 takes its rightful place at the top of the Super Saloon market once again. Personally I think they look great but the black kinda dulls it’s look a little, maybe not the best colour. In my view the E63 looks very dated like all Mercedes with their latest design language.
Cheers Neil. It's a hard one as I would want a wagon... The RS6 is about to be replaced so wouldn't be that, the E63S Estate is mega, but its ride is very harsh. Can I chose a B5 Touring ;-)
Sorry for asking... 28.5 mpg... UK? 10 l/100km? The reasons I ask are because of the difference (UK US) which would almost be 2l per 100 km and the tank range of around 450 miles.
Quality production Joe, I love the F90, the X drive makes the performance more accessible for us mere mortals, if the rwd purists want all the power to the rear they can choose. I actually found your channel through a Baron Von Grumble link, I'm now hooked
This engine in an M3 CS, that would be the ultimate BMW for me (looks and performance wise). Great vid as always. BTW what are the stickers in the rear door window behind you (e.g. here 3:58).
God yeah that would be a killer combo! Well spotted, they were my buddy Robert from HellandToe.blog (who helped me film this and the M3 CS vid), the other sticker is a Petrolheads one :-)
Thanks for posting this up. Am pondering over getting one to replace the M3 once the deals start flowing. BMW don’t seem to be shifting any at the moment so hopefully those deals won’t be to far away.
stubones I know my local dealer hasn’t sold one yet. I suspect most of those cars are the ones each dealer bought (and can’t sell). Happy to wait as discounts and 0% finance will arrive.
Yeah I'm sure super deals/low apr will be along soon, I think BMW UK flooded the country with demos that are now for sale. With a good finance deal it will be a steal! :-)
Joe Achilles Agreed. Bring lent one for a few days - looking forward to it. Will have to be good to pull me out of M3. Put 763’s with Cup 2’s on, re-adjusted coilovers to suite and bloody hell its good.
A very close equivalent to the f90 M5 is an F10 competition pack M5. Other than the 4 wheel drive asset of the F90, inferior superior cabin aesthetics and 25 more HP and a few Nm more torque, the road performance is identical, except traction in wet conditions. The engine is the same retuned v8.
Cracking video joe, the quality your videos are great! Compared to this time last year feel like I’m watching a clip from (the original) top gear! Good to see someone putting out real honest straight opinions on these cars! No b******t! Look forward to the next! ✊🏼
Good review buddy to be honest i like the look of the m5 f90 BMW xdrive is very good looks like its sticking to the road really well just go to show how good the zf 8 speed is people get so hung up in DSG for daily use zf 8 speed all day long.
Hey Mate, Yet another awesome vlog, very informative and entertaining, especially the powerslides !, just awesome mate, keep up the great work. Cheers J
Hi Joe I’m considering buying a M5 but at my whits at is there much difference other than the suspension and slight BHP increase between the normal m5 and the competition? Any advice would be much appreciated. Would it bother you much if you went for a normal m5 for Uk roads etc
great video Joe....could I pick out two highlights for me....boring tho they are....MPG is insane for such a car and I really liked the interior white & black leather seats in the Bedford track car....agree a little understated, but what a car👌
Great review as always Joe. You're one of the few unbiased car reviewers, especially for someone who's been branded as Mr BMW. This would be my big Super Saloon of choice over an E63S. Lot's of people talk about how the E63 sounds better than the M5, I prefer the M5's noise more personally, I like the screamer V8 sound track more than the muscle car sound track of the Merc. Subjective like you said but I really like the look of the new M5, I think I'd get one in grey or silver just so it blends in even more. I noticed a few times from you different camera angles that the rev counter can be replaced by Sat Nav which is didn't realise it could do either. I just wish you actually could get this car in Wagon form. As I said great review & please do more, more often. Thanks.
Great video as ever Joe, love that car and agree with you that it kinda looks a bit too normal. Could you do a European driving guide. You seem to go a lot and obviously don't stress about it. I'd love to drive to some of these places but the thought of it makes me feel sick
I've just checked out the configurator on BMW website. You get to choose between a 'normal' and competition M5 but no exhaust options. How do you get the sport exhaust?
Great review!! I love this car and your review makes me want this or the competition version even more. Do you think this would be an ok car for a daily driver to work (20 miles) or to stiff for comfort? Should I have this and a Suburu outback for my second car for work? Lol. Discussing with dealer now and I can’t wait to order. Tough to decide on color as well . I love the look of the matte silvers but have heard they are a nightmare to maintain?
Hi Joe, The is a new Audi RS6 coming later this year and I can't wait but don't get me wrong I would buy the new BMW M5. I'm also considering for my next car is the BWM 220 XDrive Grand Tourer for my next car as I'm starting to fall out with Ford the services they do are just terrible I just hope Tim AKA Shmee150 is aware that Ford just want to sell you the car and stuff the rest on the old aftercare.. Well Joe I enjoyed the video. Best Wishes Alan B
Hey Alan, cant imagine we will see the new RS6 in the UK until early/mid 2019, sure it will be amazing and most important in Avant guise only, something I wish BMW would do. I can imagine Ford are poor with their customer service, many BMW dealerships are too though to be fair, same with most manufacturers unfortunately. Cheers buddy
Joe Achilles Hi Joe, thanks Joe I did hope BMW would have amazing customer support should you hit problems well that's put a spanner in the works but I appreciate the heads up and for being totally honest with me. Best wishes Alan B 😁
Joe, how is it compared to the M3 CS, you were also very much in love? Especially, which is the more dynamic on country or mountain roads? Many thanks and great videos man 👍
The M3 CS is still my favourite, far better car when really pushing on, but the M5 is a brilliant all round package that's more practical and incredibly, more efficient too!?!?!?!
Love Joe's no bs reviews, so much better than some of the other car RUclipsrs who try to be comedians and do your head in, great review
Cheers buddy, I just love sharing my experiences with you guys, cant stand some of the other click bait shite on YT
i realize it's kinda off topic but do anyone know a good site to watch new movies online?
@Anderson Iker flixportal :P
@Dalton Rory Thanks, signed up and it seems like a nice service =) I appreciate it !!
@Anderson Iker No problem :D
Watching this again as I've just bought one, collecting next weekend. Regarding the grip about the looks - if it didn't blend in the way it does, I wouldn't have bought it, I need a car that can blend in in the office car park when needed, and the M5, in Singapore Grey in this case, fits that bill nicely.
The cinematography is on another level. Awesome video Joe, keep them coming. 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿
A right bit of kit. As much comfort and performance as you’d ever want! Good work Mr A!
he knows whats he is saying not some reviewers just saying things.good job man.
Cheers Brian, I try buddy.
Fantastic review mate! I always enjoy how well rounded your reviews are, however by no means are they boring. And I know for a fact that is something difficult to do (while filming + while editing) while doing these things, as these trips usually are just so hectic. Once again proves why you are one of the best automotive youtubers out there! Had a real blast on this trip with you mate, until next time ;-)
Ahh thanks buddy, that means so much coming from you! This wouldn't have been half the video without your help and skilful filming, those external shots make all the difference! Hopefully see you soon bro x
Have to look forward to this until my holiday is over and I am home at my WIFI. But I know Joe=quality.
Finally a proper F90 M5 review! What’s the point of talking much if you don’t see hard driving, so this one I like.
Really love that cars performance and looks.
Great car presented by a true professional. Well done ! Loved it
Thanks Mike, glad you liked it man
Videos keep improving Joe, so glad you listened and got rid of the sig. Keep up the great work
Cheers Luke, yeah back to plain and simple :-)
@@JoeAchilles1glad you’re still smashing it mate all the best
Amazing review again Joe! Wish I was in your shoes!!
Hard work is slowly paying off, although the cost of YT will eventually bankrupt me
Yes thank you Robert and thank you Joe for taking on the strenuous task of driving this animal around.
I'd sure have 1 if i could... take 1 over anything else pretty much.
Cheers for watching Jay!
Your too modest Joe. You've certainly got the talent behind the wheel. Good work mate.
Ahh cheers Simon, I'm okay I guess, better than the average Joe ;-)
THIS CHANNEL DESERVES MORE SUBS!
Great review Joe!
Haha thanks buddy, RUclips is making it really hard to grow at the moment, seems click bait is the only way :-(
Excellent video Joe.
Thank you!
So glad i found this channel.
Solid video! Shame we missed each other at N24!
Yeah man apologies for that, it was so mental once we arrived and I had to film this and the M3 CS video.... You Know what its like! See you soon man
Some of the best content I’ve seen
Thanks David, huge compliment!
Great video Joe! That looks like an absolute weapon aha. Also nice work on all the camera stuff guys, really great to see some alternative shots
Cheers Ollie, yeah having Robert from HeelandToe blog made a big difference!
Another epic video joe! Just love the way u can talk so in depth abt a car for a long time and how it drives without boring the audience... Just like Chris Harris! Chris Harris is no longer on youtube, but ive found the perfect alternative! U and Sid! Hats off bro
Ahh thanks man massive compliment! I try to make it interesting for my audience, love sharing my stuff :-)
Can't wait for you to compare this to the Alpina B5 Biturbo! Great job btw!
Cheers man, not sure I will get the chance with a B5 anymore... Maybe one day :-)
I'm looking forward to that review, B5 Touring with my current F13 LCi 600ps Comp Pack is the perfect 2 car garage imho
Got to drive a BMW UK car about a month ago, albeit for only 20 mins. Ridiculously good car, comfortable, full of tech... first time ever I've jumped back in the m2 and it felt slow
Haha yeah mental cars, but the M2 is till ultimately more fun at slower speeds :-) Cheers Luke
No click bait here! Another great review!
Hahhha never mate, just here to share my experiences with you guys
Thanks Joe, great to see u back to your best. Pleasure to watch.
Cheers Edward, I enjoyed editing this one too :-)
Great review as always Joe!
Thank you!
Very nice upload. Keep it up Joe :)
Why doesn't this review have 1,000,000 views!!! It's great!
Great review Joe - love those subtle @petrolheadtours stickers
Haha well spotted buddy ;-)
Brilliant job Joe! I hope you get your hands on an M5 Competition and compare the two cars.
Didn't need to watch to like the video,but still watched lool.great review joe
FNALLY A FREAKING ALL BLACK VERSION! THANK YOUUUUUU
What an excellent video, brilliant quality with good and sensible advice as always!
I really wonder if BMW is planning to offer the next gen M3/M4 with this new M xDrive system.
That would be absolutely mega!
Cheers man glad you liked it! I'm guessing M xDrive will filter down to the M3 and M4 next generation... Lets see :-)
Great review Joe. Quality content as always :)
Cheers Gary!
The reason why its so quiet when your cruising along in comfort modes etc is because the windows have some kind of acoustic coating on them; I've got a 540i xdrive & this has it also. PS I agree with your comments about it being 2 cars in 1, my cars the same, tho not quite as fast! of course. awesome vids by the way
Incredible review as usual, you bring so much energy through our screens with these videos!
Excellent review!
Thank you
Just bought 2018 model with almost 100k km. It's excellent.
Another stomping M review Joe. Will be interesting to see what you make of the M2 Competition when you get your hands on one, whether it's worth the upgrade from an M140i
Cheers Paul, hopefully get my hands on a M2 C very soon....
Great review, i'm hoping to get my hands on the competition pack F90. wish you did a full review on that car.
Once again a fantastic video. Good work joe 👍🏼👍🏼
Enjoyed this passionate, informative & objective review delivered very naturally. A very unique style. Totally agree with the uninspired aesthetics. Performance seems great for a large practical saloon. Look forward to more of these reviews.
Thanks Drew, I try hard to do all of the above and share it with you guys :-)
Awesome car and channel Joe.
Drove this last week in Australia,beautiful car but crazy price here $250k plus.
Keep my M3 comp pack F80.
Q So how much more expensive is it over there? What's the exchange rate?
simon d It’s all GST,luxury car tax and other government ripoff
Cheers Q, yeah you guys get stung out there, one thing that's keeping me away from moving back to Oz. M3 Comp is a mega car :-)
Great video Joe, M5 takes its rightful place at the top of the Super Saloon market once again. Personally I think they look great but the black kinda dulls it’s look a little, maybe not the best colour. In my view the E63 looks very dated like all Mercedes with their latest design language.
Cheers man glad you liked it! Yeah silver or grey really suit it better in my opinion.
Really great review no bullshit no driving round a square in London looking like a total tool.Well done Joe!!!
another excellent video Joe - great content. I really don't know why you're not 100K subscribers by now. TV is dead RUclips is where its at. :)
Haha Cheers Ian! Yeah my subs have been growing really slowly this year, seems YT only help click bait rubbish ;-)
Sik review Joe. Really well done. Love this car.
Thank you, glad you liked it!
Like your review joe, luv the M5 anyway but if you had to choose would you pic the M5 over the E/S 63 or RS6 Audi ??
Good video and interesting mate !
Cheers Neil. It's a hard one as I would want a wagon... The RS6 is about to be replaced so wouldn't be that, the E63S Estate is mega, but its ride is very harsh. Can I chose a B5 Touring ;-)
Sorry for asking... 28.5 mpg... UK? 10 l/100km? The reasons I ask are because of the difference (UK US) which would almost be 2l per 100 km and the tank range of around 450 miles.
Quality production Joe, I love the F90, the X drive makes the performance more accessible for us mere mortals, if the rwd purists want all the power to the rear they can choose.
I actually found your channel through a Baron Von Grumble link, I'm now hooked
Great video, do you drive like that when you are working?!?
Hahaha occasionally
Joe Achilles Cool, if I win the lottery tonight I might have a few jobs for you!!
Another great video mate, can’t wait to get the 140 over to the ring!
This engine in an M3 CS, that would be the ultimate BMW for me (looks and performance wise). Great vid as always. BTW what are the stickers in the rear door window behind you (e.g. here 3:58).
God yeah that would be a killer combo! Well spotted, they were my buddy Robert from HellandToe.blog (who helped me film this and the M3 CS vid), the other sticker is a Petrolheads one :-)
Finally... The 1 we have all been waiting for! Woo hoo!
Haha hope you enjoyed it
Joe Achilles loved it mate!
Thanks for posting this up. Am pondering over getting one to replace the M3 once the deals start flowing. BMW don’t seem to be shifting any at the moment so hopefully those deals won’t be to far away.
stubones I know my local dealer hasn’t sold one yet. I suspect most of those cars are the ones each dealer bought (and can’t sell). Happy to wait as discounts and 0% finance will arrive.
Yeah I'm sure super deals/low apr will be along soon, I think BMW UK flooded the country with demos that are now for sale. With a good finance deal it will be a steal! :-)
Joe Achilles Agreed. Bring lent one for a few days - looking forward to it. Will have to be good to pull me out of M3. Put 763’s with Cup 2’s on, re-adjusted coilovers to suite and bloody hell its good.
A very close equivalent to the f90 M5 is an F10 competition pack M5. Other than the 4 wheel drive asset of the F90, inferior superior cabin aesthetics and 25 more HP and a few Nm more torque, the road performance is identical, except traction in wet conditions. The engine is the same retuned v8.
Great video
This was and still is my dream car, I'll own one when I'm older and get an actual job
FilfthyUnicorn good luck
Great video, was waiting a bit for this review. Saw my first M5 here in the States for $112k US plus dealer mark up!!!
Cracking video joe, the quality your videos are great! Compared to this time last year feel like I’m watching a clip from (the original) top gear! Good to see someone putting out real honest straight opinions on these cars! No b******t! Look forward to the next! ✊🏼
Massive compliment, thanks Jordan! I really really try to make the most of having access to these cars, glad you guys appreciate it :-)
The blacked out look is so sick like god damn I'm getting the nerd chill.
Cracking video!!! Awesome car!!!
Cheers Guy
Great Video Joe
Amazing video, cheers Joe!
Good review buddy to be honest i like the look of the m5 f90 BMW xdrive is very good looks like its sticking to the road really well just go to show how good the zf 8 speed is people get so hung up in DSG for daily use zf 8 speed all day long.
Cheers Pete, and yeah totally agree on the ZF!
Great review as always. Keep up the good work.
Hey Mate, Yet another awesome vlog, very informative and entertaining, especially the powerslides !, just awesome mate, keep up the great work. Cheers J
How didvyou get the sat nav in the rev counter I can't find that function on mine
Is this worth buying rather than a later COMP LCI version, I have seen an ultra low mileage M5 and very tempted?
Joe, what are those red LED's in the roof console ? BTW what a monster, and cabin wise, how does it compare to your new 7 series ?
Was waiting for this review and you didn't disappoint as usual Joe!
Cheers buddy!
Another quality review thanks
Brilliant video once again, love these
Cheers Joel
Good Review
The best in the market!
Hi Joe
I’m considering buying a M5 but at my whits at is there much difference other than the suspension and slight BHP increase between the normal m5 and the competition? Any advice would be much appreciated. Would it bother you much if you went for a normal m5 for Uk roads etc
Great review ! At least with Joe's review we are sure the car is being driven properly ^^
There is something I like about this car but, there's something missing; could be the V10 sound?
Haha we all miss the V10, but not that gearbox or 7mpg
Its mega loud on cold start !
great video Joe....could I pick out two highlights for me....boring tho they are....MPG is insane for such a car and I really liked the interior white & black leather seats in the Bedford track car....agree a little understated, but what a car👌
Cheers buddy! Yeah the MPG bit for me was massively impressive! Agree re the black/white interior too... Yummy! Cheers man
Great review as always Joe. You're one of the few unbiased car reviewers, especially for someone who's been branded as Mr BMW. This would be my big Super Saloon of choice over an E63S. Lot's of people talk about how the E63 sounds better than the M5, I prefer the M5's noise more personally, I like the screamer V8 sound track more than the muscle car sound track of the Merc. Subjective like you said but I really like the look of the new M5, I think I'd get one in grey or silver just so it blends in even more. I noticed a few times from you different camera angles that the rev counter can be replaced by Sat Nav which is didn't realise it could do either. I just wish you actually could get this car in Wagon form. As I said great review & please do more, more often. Thanks.
Question, cant you choose to get the grill in black aswell?
I would think so, it would be a M performance part
Great video as ever Joe, love that car and agree with you that it kinda looks a bit too normal. Could you do a European driving guide. You seem to go a lot and obviously don't stress about it. I'd love to drive to some of these places but the thought of it makes me feel sick
Hey Wesley, cheers for watching! Yeah that's a great idea actually... Leave it with me :-)
Nice one, cheers Joe. 👍
M5 Competition next
Here you go:
ruclips.net/video/GtPyzVpup10/видео.html
I've just checked out the configurator on BMW website. You get to choose between a 'normal' and competition M5 but no exhaust options. How do you get the sport exhaust?
Yes Joe great video. The car is rather nice too!!
Haha thanks Raj!
defo would go for B5s, you can pick up one with 40k~ for £60k
Awesome review! Keep em coming 👌 really enjoyed watching this 😁
How have you only got 34k subscribers Joe. Best car RUclipsr out there.
Cheers man, I wish I had many more, would be nice to one day break profit on YT.... Cheers
Great review...It would be amazing now a comparison between the e63 and the m5...but the last one with the recent competition package… ;)
Where are those sub 3 seconds videos?
wordpress RUclips it dipshit
What would be your choice, M5 or B7 Joe?
Good question, B7 would be good because I could use it for work, but M5 would ultimately be more fun... Give me a M3 CS ;-)
Great review!! I love this car and your review makes me want this or the competition version even more. Do you think this would be an ok car for a daily driver to work (20 miles) or to stiff for comfort? Should I have this and a Suburu outback for my second car for work? Lol. Discussing with dealer now and I can’t wait to order. Tough to decide on color as well . I love the look of the matte silvers but have heard they are a nightmare to maintain?
Hi Joe, The is a new Audi RS6 coming later this year and I can't wait but don't get me wrong I would buy the new BMW M5. I'm also considering for my next car is the BWM 220 XDrive Grand Tourer for my next car as I'm starting to fall out with Ford the services they do are just terrible I just hope Tim AKA Shmee150 is aware that Ford just want to sell you the car and stuff the rest on the old aftercare.. Well Joe I enjoyed the video. Best Wishes Alan B
Hey Alan, cant imagine we will see the new RS6 in the UK until early/mid 2019, sure it will be amazing and most important in Avant guise only, something I wish BMW would do. I can imagine Ford are poor with their customer service, many BMW dealerships are too though to be fair, same with most manufacturers unfortunately. Cheers buddy
Joe Achilles Hi Joe, thanks Joe I did hope BMW would have amazing customer support should you hit problems well that's put a spanner in the works but I appreciate the heads up and for being totally honest with me. Best wishes Alan B 😁
Porsche Killer
Joe, how is it compared to the M3 CS, you were also very much in love? Especially, which is the more dynamic on country or mountain roads? Many thanks and great videos man 👍
The M3 CS is still my favourite, far better car when really pushing on, but the M5 is a brilliant all round package that's more practical and incredibly, more efficient too!?!?!?!
Bloody good video Joe, keep at it👌 I want an M5 now...one day😂
Cheers man, I want one too buddy haha
Joe Achilles Haha, let's go 50/50? 😂
Awesome video Joe (and crew). Keep up the hard work. Where's your patreon channel :)
I need one.
I love that m5
nevermind i see the thumb nail of the comp video on the side here lol