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Originally Posted by blipit
Yeah, because everyone is going to track their big boat M5's.
Ceramic brakes on a M5 are for piston counters. Epic waste of money on this car.
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Agreed BUT when you can get ceramic brakes on the M5 competitors (Porsche Panamera, Mas Quattroporte, Aston Rapide, the upcoming RS6, etc.), I guess BMW decided to put it out there.
Plus, braking represents the most consistent complaint on m car capabilities - the fade is rough. Given that these cars keep getting heavier, solving brake issues offers a big plus for some buyers - even those not tracking their beasts.
I think they went at this car with solving the e60 problems:
a. more fuel efficient than the v10 but also more powerful
b. additional range by increasing mpgs AND tank size
c. better brake option
d. less bangled design.