BMW M5 2026

Editorial

The BMW M5 M Hybrid of the G90 generation is the most radical step in the model's entire history: for the first time, the M5's foundation includes not just a gasoline engine but electrification as well. A 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 works in tandem with an electric motor and a battery, and the system's combined output is noticeably higher than any of its predecessors. In the VertexRent fleet, this unit is a newer example of the same hybrid generation: the same revolutionary recipe as the M5 M Hybrid 2025 already in the fleet, but from the following model year.

The hybrid drivetrain gives the car a split personality. In the city, on electric power or in hybrid mode, the M5 behaves almost silently and calmly: smooth acceleration, minimal noise, comfort at the level of a flagship luxury sedan. Switch into sport mode, however, and it's a completely different car: the adaptive suspension tightens up, the steering sharpens, and the sound of the twin-turbo V8 brings back the feel of a classic M car. This duality — a relaxed cruiser in the morning and a predator on a mountain road in the evening — is the main feature of the new M5 generation, and switching between states happens with a single button press on the steering wheel.

Within the lineup, the BMW M5 M Hybrid remains the benchmark of the sports sedan segment: a heavy, richly equipped car that nonetheless drives like a compact sports car.

In Detail

The unit in the VertexRent fleet is a 2026 model year, with an M HYBRID powertrain based on a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 paired with an electric motor. Acceleration to 100 km/h takes 3.5 seconds, drive is all-wheel (M xDrive). Top speed is confirmed at 250 km/h — the standard electronic limiter; the factory M Driver's Package option raises the limit to 305 km/h, confirm whether the package is present on this unit when booking.

In practical terms, this means the M5 M Hybrid is equally well suited for a business visit to Prague with an airport transfer, for a family weekend, and for a short countryside drive — with a power reserve for confident overtaking on the autobahn. Current rental rates, deposit amount, and mileage limit are listed in the "Sazby" block and in the facts card on this same page.

The interior and equipment are chosen so the drive isn't reduced to dynamics alone: adaptive M suspension, a curved BMW Curved Display that combines the instrument panel and infotainment into a single unit, signature sound system, and ambient interior lighting. The latest-generation driver assistance systems take some of the load off in Prague's city traffic without taking over control entirely.

BMW M5 M Hybrid (2026) vs BMW M5 M Hybrid (2025) — two units of the same hybrid generation

The VertexRent fleet has two units of the same hybrid G90 model available at the same time, differing by model year. Basic technical specifications (727 hp, 3.5 seconds to a hundred, M xDrive) are documented as identical for both; the 2026 unit rents for slightly more than the 2025 unit — the difference reflects the newer model year rather than any difference in the powertrain. For anyone choosing between them, the difference essentially comes down to whether you're willing to pay extra for the more recent model year.

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What to check behind the wheel if you're considering buying an M5

A day of rental settles questions that a dealer test drive usually doesn't reach. Start with the mass: the hybrid system is noticeably heavier than its purely gasoline predecessors, and on your usual routes it's worth finding out whether you feel this difference, or whether the adaptive chassis and all-wheel drive genuinely hide it. Next comes life with a hybrid: try the electric mode in dense city traffic and assess how smoothly the V8 engages when full power is needed. Separately, it's worth checking the dimensions when parking in Prague's historic center — the M5 is a large sedan. And finally, the sound: the hybrid V8 has its own acoustics, different from the purely naturally aspirated and simply turbocharged M engines of previous generations.

Suggested Route

Like the M5 M Hybrid 2025 from the same fleet, the M5's natural habitat is fast highways and long stretches. For variety within the fleet's route options, an eastward direction makes sense: the highway to Hradec Králové with a stop at the baroque architectural ensemble of Kuks. All-wheel drive and adaptive suspension feel equally confident on long straights and in city traffic on the way back. The base daily mileage limit should be budgeted for a one-way route with room to spare.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I pick up this BMW M5 right at the airport?

Yes, car delivery is available throughout Prague, including Václav Havel Airport. The exact handover time and location are agreed upon when confirming the booking.

What is the top speed of this BMW M5 (2026)?

250 km/h — the standard electronic limiter confirmed for this generation. The factory M Driver's Package option raises the limit to 305 km/h; whether the package is present on this specific unit is not documented — confirm when booking.

How does this BMW M5 differ from the other M5 M Hybrid in the same fleet (the 2025 unit)?

These are two units of the same hybrid G90 model: this one (2026) rents for slightly more than the 2025 unit, with identical basic powertrain specifications per the documentation.

How does the hybrid M5's electric mode work?

M HYBRID allows for a limited distance in the city on electric power alone, almost silently and without fuel consumption — handy for entering low-emission zones and for a quiet early-morning start while the neighbors are still asleep. The exact electric range depends on the battery's charge level at the time you receive the car — confirm with the manager at handover.

Can this car be driven outside the Czech Republic?

Yes, subject to approval from the manager — this rule applies to the entire VertexRent fleet without exceptions by model. For a cross-border trip, the deposit doubles from the standard amount (the current figure is in the facts block on this same page). The direction and dates are agreed in advance when booking.