New or certified pre-owned BMW M5 in Arlington: which fits you?
New or certified pre-owned? Choose a new M5 if you want to reserve an incoming vehicle or place a custom factory order for the current model year. Choose a certified pre-owned M5 if you want a car that is already built and carries the coverage of the BMW Certified Pre-Owned program. We are an authorized BMW M Certified Dealer, so you can compare both with the same M-trained staff.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Arlington. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
New M5 to order your own, certified pre-owned M5 to take one already built
A buyer who wants a car already built picks a certified pre-owned M5, which carries the coverage of the BMW Certified Pre-Owned program. A buyer who wants to order the car picks a new M5, which comes with the new-vehicle warranty BMW publishes for the model. Both paths are backed by the maker, so the choice comes down to timing and what you want to own.
At BMW of Arlington, you can reserve an incoming vehicle from the inventory listing or place a custom factory order. Our used inventory includes pre-owned cars from a range of makes, not only BMW, so the certified route runs through the pre-owned cars we sell.
What does a new BMW M5 cost compared with a certified one?
BMW lists a starting MSRP of $123,300 for the M5 Sedan and $125,300 for the Touring, both in the 2026 model year. That is the starting price for each body style, and a new M5 is priced from there.
A certified pre-owned M5 is priced on the individual car. Set its price against the $123,300 starting MSRP for the M5 Sedan to see how much of the new-car price the car’s age and mileage have already taken off.
Cost is the worry for most buyers. 62% of vehicle buyers said leasing or owning a car is too costly, citing high vehicle prices, insurance, fuel and financing costs as top concerns (Cox Automotive, 2025).
What warranty comes with a new M5 and with a certified pre-owned M5?
A new 2026 M5 carries BMW’s 4 year/50,000-mile New Vehicle/SAV Limited Warranty.
A certified pre-owned M5 carries the BMW Certified Pre-Owned program’s coverage. To earn BMW Certified status, a vehicle must be 5 years old or newer, with more than 300 miles but less than 60,000 on the odometer (BMW of North America, 2026). Every BMW Certified vehicle is then backed by the BMW Certified Pre-Owned Limited Protection Plan, which covers one year with unlimited miles after the original BMW New Vehicle/SAV Limited Warranty expires.
At our store, a pre-owned BMW must be from a recent model year, have under 60,000 miles, and pass an inspection against a Certified checklist, done by a BMW-certified technician, before it can be certified.
How do M5 power and EPA fuel economy compare by model year?
Both 2026 M5 bodies make 717 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque. The M5 Sedan and M5 Touring share that output, so power does not separate them.
Fuel economy does. The EPA rates the M5 Sedan, a plug-in hybrid with all-wheel drive, at 12 city, 19 highway and 14 combined. The M5 Touring, also a plug-in hybrid with all-wheel drive, is rated 11 city, 17 highway and 13 combined.
These are EPA ratings for the 2026 model year. If fuel economy matters most, the M5 Sedan has the higher combined rating.
New or certified pre-owned M5: which suits my budget, timing and coverage?
Budget, timing and coverage can point to different cars, so rank them before you choose. Experian found more than 80 percent of new car buyers financed their purchases in Q3 2025, compared with roughly 35 percent of used car buyers (Experian, 2025).
Leases, new BMW financing and pre-owned car loans are all available here. Our lease, new-car financing and pre-owned loan options let you compare the payment on either car.
If timing matters most, a certified M5 is already built. A new M5 is reserved as an incoming vehicle or ordered custom, so the car is not yet here. On coverage, a new M5 carries the new-vehicle warranty, and a certified car carries the BMW Certified Pre-Owned Limited Protection Plan.
When is a new M5 the wrong choice, and when is a certified one?
A new M5 is the wrong choice when you need the car on a set date. Reserving an incoming vehicle or placing a custom factory order means the car arrives later.
A certified M5 is the wrong choice if you want a new-car warranty. It is also the wrong choice for an older car or one with high mileage, because a pre-owned BMW must be 5 years old or newer and have under 60,000 miles to be certified.
Financing can settle it too. Our BMW leases, new BMW financing and pre-owned car loans work with either car, so the payment can follow the one you pick.
Can I value my trade online before choosing a new or certified M5?
One August 2026 customer described getting a fair offer on a trade-in. In an August 2026 5-star Google review, Alicia R. wrote: “Had a great experience with BMW of Arlington. I was able to complete most paperwork remotely and what was left was done in a seemingly timely manner. Got a fair offer on trade in as well. It was definitely worth the 8 hour round trip drive to get my new 26’ M4 competition from them.”
That review describes one customer’s visit. Alicia R. also described completing most of the paperwork remotely.
FAQ
Can I reserve an incoming M5 or place a custom factory order?
Yes. An incoming vehicle can be reserved from our inventory listing, and a custom factory order is also open to you. Both options are for new M5s.
What does BMW M Certified Dealer status mean for an M5 buyer?
BMW of Arlington is an authorized BMW M Certified Dealer, and annual M training is part of our staff’s routine. For an M5 buyer, that means the staff you talk to about the car take part in that training.
How do I get pre-approved before I shop for an M5?
We offer BMW leases, new BMW financing and pre-owned car loans, so you can see the payment options for the M5 you want. Pick the new or certified M5 first, then compare the lease or loan that fits that car.
How do I book service for my M5 in Arlington?
You can book a service appointment online, in person or by phone. You can book in person at 1105 E Lamar Blvd, Arlington, TX 76011.
What should I confirm with any dealer before buying a certified pre-owned M5?
Confirm the car’s availability, its certification status and the final out-the-door price before you commit. Ask for the certification status of the specific car you are considering.
What Texas taxes and fees apply when I buy an M5?
Buyers pay Texas motor vehicle sales tax at 6.25% of the sales price less any trade-in allowance (Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, 2026). The standard registration fee for a passenger vehicle is $50.75, and the TxDMV shows $51.75 on a renewal once its $1 TexasSure fee is added (Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, 2026). A title application in Tarrant County carries a $33 fee (Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, Motor Vehicle Title Manual, 2026).
What powertrain does the BMW M5 use?
The 2026 M5 Sedan and M5 Touring each make 717 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque. EPA lists both body styles as plug-in hybrids with all-wheel drive.
When can I visit BMW of Arlington to see an M5?
You will find BMW of Arlington at 1105 E Lamar Blvd, Arlington, TX 76011. Sales are open Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and closed Sunday.
Why buy your M5 from BMW of Arlington?
We sell new BMW models from the X1 through the M5, along with pre-owned cars from a range of makes. We are part of Group 1 Automotive.
Our Google record, as of November 2026, is 4.5 stars across 5,853 reviews, and 83 in 100 of them are five-star. In a September 2026 5-star Google review, Roberto H. wrote: “David, the park’s sales manager, and Zawar, the salesperson, were exceptional. Their professionalism and knowledge of the industry truly impressed me. I appreciate their kindness and friendliness.”
Service hours are Monday to Friday 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and we are closed Sunday. Parts can be requested through an online form that asks for prices with no obligation, and we can order parts for other brands as well as BMW.
Start on our website, choose the new or certified M5 your budget and timing point to, then visit BMW of Arlington at 1105 E Lamar Blvd, Arlington, TX 76011.
BMW of Arlington answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Arlington showroom, or call 817-968-1153.
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