BMW M5 CS
627 hp and 1,825 kg make for an interesting power-to-weight ratio. This is the kind of car that makes you look for the long way home.
S1
Class
AWD
Drivetrain
627 hp
Power
2024
Model Year
1,825 kg
Weight
4.4L Twin-Turbo V8
Engine
Vehicle Specs
| Spec | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 8.8 | Gearing is well-spaced for both circuits and sprint races |
| Handling | 8.0 | Turns in like it can read your mind. Mid-corner grip is obscene |
| Acceleration | 8.5 | Mid-range torque is the sweet spot — 3rd and 4th gear pulls are brutal |
| Launch | 9.0 | Electric motors give perfect traction control. Every launch is identical and devastating |
| Braking | 8.3 | Consistent lap after lap. No fade even after 20 minutes of pushing hard |
| Off-Road | 3.5 | Ground clearance is the limiting factor. Everything else works, but you'll bottom out on big jumps |
| PI (Stock) | 850 | Strong S1. Holds its own against anything in class |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Aftermarket support in-game is deep. You can build this car 10 different ways
- Versatile across multiple race types. Build it for road, street, or even rally
- Turn-in response is immediate. The front end goes exactly where you point it
- Sounds like motorsport. The audio team earned their paycheck on this one
Cons
- Top speed is the Achilles heel. On tracks with long straights you'll get walked
- Visibility in cockpit view is not great. A-pillars block your apex view
- Rear tires give up if you're not smooth with the throttle. Punishes ham-fisted driving
- Upgrade costs add up fast. Budget another 200k CR to make it truly competitive
- Oversteer on lift-off can catch you out if you're not paying attention mid-corner
Best Tuning Setup
Tires & Rims
CompoundRace
Front Width295 mm
Rear Width335 mm
Rim Size19 in
Drivetrain
Final Drive2.89
DifferentialRace LSD
Suspension
SpringsRace (F: 625.4, R: 600.4)
Ride HeightF: 3.6, R: 4.1
Anti-Roll BarsF: 30.8, R: 29.2
CamberF: -2.2°, R: -1.8°
Aero & Brakes
Front AeroRace splitter
Rear WingForza adjustable wing
Brake Balance45% front
Brake Pressure124%
How to Get It
Autoshow
Straight from the Autoshow at 142,000 CR. Price is a bit steep but it holds value well.
Seasonal
Dropped as a seasonal championship prize. Worth the grind if it comes back around.
Best Events For This Car
| Event Type | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Road Racing | A-Tier | Does everything right. Not the flashiest pick, but it delivers lap after lap. |
| Street Scene | A-Tier | Does everything right. Not the flashiest pick, but it delivers lap after lap. |
| Speed Zones | S-Tier | This is where the car lives. If you're not using it for this, you're leaving time on the table. |
| Speed Traps | A-Tier | Very capable. A few setup tweaks away from being truly elite. |
| Drift Zones | C-Tier | Technically possible. You'll be fighting the car more than the competition. |
| Dirt Racing | C-Tier | Can be made to work with a dedicated tune, but honestly why bother when other cars exist. |