Quick answer
The 1988 BMW M5, the latest model year on record, is 189″ long, 66.9″ wide and 55.9″ tall on a 103.5″ wheelbase, and weighs 3,419 lb. At 15.7 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 2.3 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every BMW M5 generation, measured
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 189″ | 66.9″ | 55.9″ | 103.5″ | 3,419 lb |
ROWS 1·SOURCE NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada
M5 on the used market
ForCar visitors have decoded 46 M5 VINs; the most checked model years are 2026, 2021 and 2019.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other years | 85 | 100% | $48,731 | 84,141 mi |
ROWS 1·SOURCE ForCar, US used-car listings collected since June 2026
Will a M5 fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 15.7 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 15.7 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 5.6 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed from vehicle dimensions
Against cars of the same length
Among the 1,068 cars within 10″ of its length, the M5 is narrower than 96% and has a shorter wheelbase than 90%.
| Measure | This car | Typical of 1,068 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 66.9″ | 73.2″ | −6.3″ |
| Wheelbase | 103.5″ | 109.8″ | −6.3″ |
| Curb weight | 3,419 lb | 3,825 lb | −406 lb |
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed across vehicles of similar length
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Everything on the BMW M5
Recalls43 campaignsFuel economy20 mpg bestReliability4.0/5Common problems216 complaintsCheck a VINAgainst this exact buildCargo space27 cu ftUsed prices165 listingsWhat yours is worthValue by year & mileageInsurance costEstimated per yearWindow stickerOriginal Monroney labelDecode a VINWhat each character meansAbout this car1988–2026
Frequently asked questions
How long is the 1988 BMW M5?
189″ (15′ 9″) long and 66.9″ wide.
Dimensions from NHTSA vPIC and Transport Canada vehicle records, manufacturer-declared for 1 M5 model years, 1988 to 1988. Metric values converted to inches and pounds; generation boundaries are estimated from changes in size (how we measure). Last updated Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.
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