Enthusiasts rejoice! BMW Confirms 6 speed manual transmission for the F10 M5
BMW confirmed today that it will offer a 6-speed manual transmission on the North American version of the upcoming 2013 BMW M5. The 6-speed manual will be available from the start of production this summer and will be offered as a no-cost alternative to the standard 7-speed M-Double Clutch Transmission (DCT). The manual gearbox was a popular choice for U.S. customers of the previous generation M5 and continues to be a unique offer in the segment.
Though the 6-speed gearbox has one less gear than the M-DCT transmission, the ratios have been optimized for acceleration, flexibility and fuel economy. Final drive ratio and special M Active differential are maintained. The new transmission is mated to a short throw shift linkage topped with a black leather back lit shift knob.
The 2013 M5 will arrive at US BMW Centers in late summer 2012. Pricing, options and specifications will be released closer to the on-sale date.
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January 9, 2012, 6:04 pm
Perfect. Our local dealership is booked on orders for the F10 M5, actually our entire state dealerships are booked and so far its exceeding the waiting list of any M5 prior.
January 11, 2012, 6:57 pm
Interesting that neither Mercedes nor Audi chose the offer a manual in their performance E-class and A6. Somehow the whole concept of a manual box in this class of car seems wrong to me.
Oh well more choice I suppose is a good thing.
January 13, 2012, 10:23 am
Oh well more choice I suppose is a good thing.
I guess that was Merc's way of making you feel you have control over the car