BMW M5 Sedan vs KIA Tasman
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BMW M5 Sedan
M5 Sedan
Plug-in Hybrid
8-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 2,782,000
ex-showroom
⚡ 430 kW
🔧 750 Nm
⛽ 16.5 km/l
VS
KIA Tasman
2.2D X-Pro 4x4 Double Cab Colour Coded
Diesel
8-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 1,004,999
ex-showroom
⚡ 154 kW
🔧 440 Nm
⛽ 12.8 km/l
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Decision summary
BMW M5 Sedan vs KIA Tasman: the short answer
M5 Sedan and Tasman are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Tasman starts ZAR 2,102,005 cheaper
M5 Sedan from ZAR 2,782,000 · Tasman from ZAR 679,995
Five key differences
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| Specification | M5 Sedan | Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | M5 Sedan430 kW @ 6000 rpm | Tasman154 kW @ 3800 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | M5 Sedan750 Nm @ 1800-5400 rpm | Tasman440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Engine Size | M5 Sedan4395 cc | Tasman2151 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | M5 Sedan16.5 km/l | Tasman12.8 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | M5 Sedan140 mm | Tasman252 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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KIA Tasman
2.2D X-Pro 4x4 Double Cab Colour Coded
Hagalu editorial rating
4.4/5
★★★★★★★★★★
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Hagalu Editorial Team ·
Editorial assessment, not a customer rating. Not road-tested for this review.
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
M5 Sedan
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
Tasman
Strengths
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
M5 Sedan
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Tasman
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | M5 Sedan | Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2024 | 2026 |
| Generation | G90 full-M four-door executive sedan with an electrified V8 powertrain and M xDrive. | First-generation Kia Tasman; South African retail launch April 2026 |
| Facelift History | Current G90-generation BMW M5 Sedan in its South African plug-in-hybrid launch form. | First generation; no facelift |
| Facelift Launched Since | Original current-generation version | 2026 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Sedan | Pickup |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Premium Sedan | Pickup |
| Vehicle Type | Car | Pickup |
| Body Type Cab | - | Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name |
| Color Note | - | Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl, Steel Grey, Gravity Blue, Tasman Orange, X-Pro Matte Green |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Drivetrain Note | - | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.2D X-Pro 4x4 Double Cab Colour Coded |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 2085 kg |
| Spec | M5 Sedan | Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5096 mm | 5410 mm |
| Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Height | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3006 mm | 3270 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 140 mm | 252 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 125 mm | 230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 l | 80 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 466 l | 1173 l |
| Kerb Weight | 2510 kg | 2317 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2940 kg | 3250 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 505 kg | 1008 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 2000 kg | 3500 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.6 m | 6.25 m |
| Front Headroom | 992 mm | 1044 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 957 mm | 1004 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1042 mm | 1052 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 889 mm | 940 mm |
| Spec | M5 Sedan | Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | BMW M Hybrid turbocharged petrol | 2.2-litre Turbocharged Diesel |
| Engine Code | B48 | D4HE |
| Fuel Type | Plug-in Hybrid | Diesel |
| Hybrid System | Plug-in Hybrid | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 4395 cc | 2151 cc |
| Cylinders | 8 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | V | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Direct injection | Common Rail Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Bore | 82.0 mm | 83 mm |
| Stroke | 94.6 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Maximum Power | 430 kW @ 6000 rpm | 154 kW @ 3800 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 750 Nm @ 1800-5400 rpm | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Combined Power | 535 kW | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | 1000 Nm | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | 1 | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Integrated transmission electric motor | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | RWD | 4WD |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 305 km/h | 185 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.5 sec | 10.4 sec |
| Quarter Mile | 12.2 sec | 17.7 sec |
| Drive Modes | Eco, Comfort, Sport | Eco, Normal, Sport, My Drive |
| Launch Control | No | No |
| Rev Limiter | 7000 rpm | 4500 rpm |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 100 kW/tonne | 66.5 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 220 Nm/tonne | 189.9 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | 1 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | 64.8 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | 400 V | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | 65 km (BMW stated) | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | 11 kW | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | 130 kW | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | 6 h 30 min | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | 30 min | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Spec | M5 Sedan | Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | Rear-wheel drive | 4WD |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Two-speed transfer case |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Paddle Shifters | Yes | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | Yes | 3.94 |
| Number of Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic Transmission |
| Clutch Type | Yes | Torque Converter |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | No |
| Gear Shift Type | Automatic selector | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | RWD | 4WD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Electronic selector |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Yes |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Yes |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Yes | No |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Automatic | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | 2.72:1 |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Axle Layout | Yes | 4WD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Transmission Speeds | 8 | 8 |
| Engine Position | - | Front Transverse |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 15.2:1 |
| Spec | M5 Sedan | Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 16.5 km/l | 12.8 km/l |
| City Mileage | 13.5 km/l | 10.4 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 18.5 km/l | 15.0 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 l | 80 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6 | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | No |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Real-world Mileage | 16.5 km/l | 12.8 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | CCS Combo | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | AC charging | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 60 | 80 |
| Combined Driving Range | 65 km (BMW stated) | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | 26,1 | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | 360 km | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | 420 km | Not Applicable |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Spec | M5 Sedan | Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ABS | Standard | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Yes |
| Traction Control | Standard | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Standard | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Standard | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| AEB | Yes | Yes |
| BA | Standard | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Standard | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Standard | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Stability Control | Standard | Yes |
| TCS | Standard | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | Yes | No |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Yes |
| Alarm System | - | Yes |
| Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Yes |
| Safety Rating | - | 5 |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Yes |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Yes |
| Fatigue Detection | - | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Yes |
| Spec | M5 Sedan | Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Yes | No |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Yes | No |
| Auto Highbeam | Yes | No |
| Auto Wipers | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Park Assist | Parking Assist Professional | No |
| Around View Monitor | Yes | No |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Lights | - | Yes |
| Eco Mode | - | Yes |
| EV Mode | - | No |
| Sport Mode | - | Yes |
| Emergency Braking | - | Yes |
| Front Camera | - | Yes |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Yes |
| Parking Sensor | - | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | - | No |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Yes |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | - | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Yes |
| Reversing Camera | - | Yes |
| Surround View Camera | Yes | No |
| Spec | M5 Sedan | Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather 'Merino' Red/Black | Artificial Leather |
| Heated Seats | Front and rear | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | Front | No |
| Ambient Lighting | Standard | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Material | Yes | Leather |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | No |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Electric with driver memory | 8-Way Power |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Electric multi-way | 4-Way Manual |
| Seat Trim | Yes | Artificial Leather |
| Seat Adjustment | - | 8-Way Power |
| Steering Type | - | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | No |
| Front Armrest | - | Centre Armrest |
| Rear Armrest | - | Yes |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1522 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1516 mm |
| Cup Holders | - | 4 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | No |
| Rear USB Ports | - | Yes |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Digital |
| Interior Colour Options | - | Black |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | No |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | 8-Way Power |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | 4-Way Manual |
| Cooled Seats | - | No |
| Fabric Seats | - | No |
| Front Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Leather Seats | - | Yes |
| Memory Seats | - | No |
| Rear Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Armrest Front | - | Centre Armrest |
| Armrest Rear | - | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 1173 |
| Driver Seat | - | 8-Way Power |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | 12.3-inch floating touchscreen, digital cluster, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, HUD (SX/X-Pro), off-road terrain displays (X-Pro), underbody skid plates (X-Pro), ADAS suite |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Leather |
| Interior Colours | - | Black |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Yes |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | No |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | - | No |
| Spec | M5 Sedan | Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Standard | Yes |
| Power Windows | Standard | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Comfort Access | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Standard | Yes |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | No |
| Electric Tailgate | No | No |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
| AC Type | Standard | Yes |
| Load Bed Length | - | 1512 mm |
| Load Bed Width | - | 1572 mm |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1173 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1173 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Yes |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Yes |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Yes |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | No |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | - | Yes |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | No |
| Aero Kit | - | No |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Yes |
| Boot Opener | - | Remote |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | No |
| Chrome Grille | - | No |
| Climate Zones | - | 2 |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.43 |
| Driver Display | - | Digital Cluster |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Warranty | - | 5 Years / Unlimited km |
| Front Armrest | - | Centre Armrest |
| Front Power Outlet | - | Yes |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 7.8 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Remote |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | No |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | Yes |
| Heads Up Display | - | No |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Yes |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | Yes |
| Intercooler | - | Yes |
| Multi Function Steering | - | Yes |
| Panoramic Roof | Panoramic | No |
| Performance Data Logger | - | No |
| Power Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | - | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | - | No |
| Rear Wing | - | No |
| Remote Engine Start | - | No |
| Rev Matching | - | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | Yes |
| Roof Antenna | - | Yes |
| Seat Type | - | Leather Seats |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Side Steps | - | No |
| Skid Plates | - | Yes |
| Spare Wheel | Tyre repair kit | Full-Size Spare |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Yes |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Response | - | Normal |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | - | Yes |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Trip Computer | - | Yes |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | No |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Yes |
| Voice Command | - | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | - | Yes |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 9.8 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Standard | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | - | No |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | 4 |
| Centre Console | - | Centre Armrest |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Common Rail Direct Injection |
| Diff Lock | - | Yes |
| Difflock | - | Yes |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Yes |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Front Wiper | - | No |
| Front Wipers Type | - | No |
| Glove Box | - | Yes |
| Heated Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Yes |
| Lift Gate | - | No |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | 1512 mm |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | 1572 mm |
| Manual Aircon | - | Yes |
| Mirror | - | Electric |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Yes |
| Power Sliding Doors | - | No |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | - | No |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | Yes |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | No |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | Yes |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Yes |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Yes |
| Remote Start | - | No |
| Rim Size | 20"/21" M light alloy wheel Double-spoke style 951 M Bicolour Midnight Grey, MT | 265/70 R17 |
| Roof Load | - | 200 kg |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | No |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Yes |
| Sonar | - | Yes |
| Sound System | 6 | 8 |
| Source Model Column | - | tasman |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | No |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Body-on-Frame |
| Surround View Monitor | Yes | No |
| TPMS | Standard | Yes |
| Trim Level | - | flagship |
| Unlocking | Comfort Access | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Yes |
| Variant Role | - | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vdc | - | Yes |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Yes |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Standard | Yes |
| Spec | M5 Sedan | Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | Yes | 12.3-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 6 | 8 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | BMW Live Cockpit Professional (includes head-up display) | Yes |
| USB Ports | 2 | 4 |
| Infotainment Screen | 14.9 | 12.3 |
| Touchscreen | 14.9 | 12.3 |
| Navigation System | - | Yes |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | - | Yes |
| AUX Input | - | No |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 14.9 | 12.3 |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | No |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Display | - | 12.3 |
| Rear Usb | - | Yes |
| Premium Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 6 | 8 |
| Audio System | - | Yes |
| Display Audio | - | 12.3-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 2 |
| Head Up Display | - | No |
| Multi Information Display | - | Digital |
| Connected Services | - | Yes |
| Voice Control | - | Yes |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Yes |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Spec | M5 Sedan | Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Standard | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Standard | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | No |
| Exterior Colour Options | Multiple manufacturer colours | Multiple |
| Headlights | Standard | Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes | No |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 17-inch Alloy |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | No |
| Body Cladding | - | Yes |
| Rear Spoiler | - | No |
| Roof Type | - | Standard |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electric |
| Rear Wiper | - | No |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body Colour |
| Body Type | - | Double Cab Bakkie |
| DRL | Standard | Yes |
| Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Led Headlights | Standard | Yes |
| Led Taillights | - | Yes |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | No |
| Front Overhang | - | 855 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 1285 mm |
| Auto Headlights | - | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Yes |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Standard |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body Colour |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Yes |
| Front Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | Yes |
| Headlamps | Standard | Yes |
| Headlight Type | Standard | Yes |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | No |
| Spec | M5 Sedan | Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Applicable | 32.2 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Applicable | 26.2 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Applicable | 800 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Applicable | Snow, Mud, Sand, Rock |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Yes |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Part-time 4WD with low range |
| Breakover Angle | Not Applicable | 25.8 deg |
| Underbody Protection | - | Yes |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 25.8 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Yes |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 25.8 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 32.2 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 26.2 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 252 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 252 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Yes |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | 800 mm |
| Spec | M5 Sedan | Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 225/50 R18 | 265/70 R17 |
| Front Brake Type | M Compound brake, red high-gloss | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | M Compound brake, red high-gloss | Ventilated Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Tyre repair kit | Full-Size Spare |
| Wheel Rim Size | 20"/21" M light alloy wheel Double-spoke style 951 M Bicolour Midnight Grey, MT | 265/70 R17 |
| Handbrake Type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Wheel Type | - | 17-inch Alloy |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 325 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 325 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Electronic |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 116 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | T |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre repair kit | Full-Size Spare |
| Tyre Type | - | Radial |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 265 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 265 mm |
| Wheel Diameter | 20"/21" M light alloy wheel Double-spoke style 951 M Bicolour Midnight Grey, MT | 265/70 R17 |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Electronic |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Yes |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Yes |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Electronic |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Yes |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Full-Size Spare |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Yes |
| Wheel Material | - | 17-inch Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 265/70 R17 |
| Wheels | - | 17-inch Alloy |
| Spec | M5 Sedan | Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Rigid Axle (Leaf Spring) |
| Front Track Width | - | 1636 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1624 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Body-on-Frame |
| Power Steering | - | Yes |
| Steering Column | - | Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Leaf Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | No |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Telescopic |
| Chassis Material | - | Body-on-Frame |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson strut | Double Wishbone |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Rigid Axle (Leaf Spring) |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Rigid Axle (Leaf Spring) |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic |
| Suspension | - | Double Wishbone |
| Spec | M5 Sedan | Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 72 g/km | 206 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | Yes |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Noise Level | - | 72 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | No |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | B7 Diesel |
| Particulate Filter | - | DPF |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 6 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | 5 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 206 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | No |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 206 |
| Spec | M5 Sedan | Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 5 years / 100000 km BMW Motorplan | 6 Years / 90,000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 15000 |
| Approx Service Cost | - | R4,800 per service |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 6 Years / 90,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 7.0 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 15000 |
| First Service At | - | 15000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 5 years / 100000 km BMW Motorplan | 6 Years / 90,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 5 years / 100000 km BMW Motorplan | 6 Years / 90,000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Yes |
| Alternator | - | Yes |
| Service Intervals | - | 15000 |
| Spec | M5 Sedan | Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Enthusiast and executive | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 2782000 ZAR | 1004999 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current recommended retail price | Current official retail price |
| Starting Price | 2782000 | 1004999 |
| Starting Price Zar | 2782000 | 1004999 |
| Spec | M5 Sedan | Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | Yes | 5 Years / Unlimited km |
| Warranty Years | Yes | 5 Years / Unlimited km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years / Unlimited km |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 5 Years |
| Basic Warranty | Yes | 5 Years / Unlimited km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years / Unlimited km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years / Unlimited km |
| Spec | M5 Sedan | Tasman |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 8.1 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 10.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 12.7 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 14.8 l/100km |
In depth: how these cars differ
This M5 Sedan and Tasman comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: M5 Sedan 97 vs Tasman 72.
Efficiency index: M5 Sedan 72 vs Tasman 51.
Safety-equipment index: M5 Sedan 92 vs Tasman 94.
Practicality index: M5 Sedan 62 vs Tasman 93.
Ownership-cover index: M5 Sedan not separately scored vs Tasman 75.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
Model imagery
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Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
M5 Sedan leads by 4 points
M5 Sedan and Tasman are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Evidence leader
82
/100
Lead
4
points
Data
83%
source coverage
82
#1
Evidence leader
M5 Sedan
83% source coverage
3 strong categories
Best at
Performance 97
Check
Practicality 62
Performance
97
Efficiency
72
Safety
92
Practicality
62
Leads by 4 points
78
#2
Tasman
97% source coverage
4 strong categories
Best at
Safety 94
Check
Efficiency 51
Performance
72
Efficiency
51
Safety
94
Practicality
93
Ownership
75
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
M5 Sedan +25
Efficiency
M5 Sedan +21
Safety
Tasman +2
Practicality
Tasman +31
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
M5 Sedan
Performance
97/100
Efficiency
72/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
62/100
Tasman
Performance
72/100
Efficiency
51/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
93/100
Ownership
75/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
BMW M5 Sedan
leads the specification evidence index with 82 pts
vs 78 pts for Tasman
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, M5 Sedan leads. However, Tasman may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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M5 Sedan vs Tasman questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.