Will the BMW M5 Touring Return to the Roads?

Published on February 12, 2026 | Translated from Spanish
Prototype of the new BMW M5 Touring with full camouflage, photographed during road tests, clearly showing the silhouette of a sporty wagon.

Will the BMW M5 Touring Return to the Roads?

Do you remember those wagons that seemed straight out of an action movie? 🎬 The legend might be about to be reborn. New spy photos point to BMW preparing a new M5 Touring, the wagon variant of its super sedan, with possible arrival in 2027. It's like your errand car having a twin that competes in races. 🏁

Camouflaged BMW M5 Touring prototype

A Camouflage That Fools No One

The images reveal a prototype with a wrap that tries to hide its lines, but fails. The shape is unmistakably that of a Touring, with its characteristic rear hatch. The most interesting part is the powertrain it hides: speculation points to a hybrid system identical to that of the future M5 sedan, combining a combustion V8 with a very powerful electric motor. Think of sports car acceleration with space for luggage or groceries. 🛒

Key details of the prototype:
  • Silhouette clearly identifiable as a Touring wagon.
  • Full camouflage that fails to disguise its sporty proportions.
  • Expected to feature the hybrid propulsion of the next M5 sedan.
Its return in the era of electrification is a statement: driving thrill and practicality can go together, even with a plug.

A Legacy with History

This wouldn't be a new idea for BMW. The brand already produced an M5 Touring between 1992 and 1995, and another generation between 2007 and 2010. They were very special vehicles, capable of transporting a family on a trip and then outperforming pure sports cars. Its return now, as the industry electrifies, shows the brand's intention not to give up driving pleasure in a practical format.

Background of the M5 Touring:
  • First generation available between 1992 and 1995.
  • Second generation marketed from 2007 to 2010.
  • Very exclusive models that combined high performance and great capacity.

The Future is Spacious and Exciting

It seems that driving fun doesn't end when you need more space. The future of the automobile with character could be, literally, broader. The possible new M5 Touring represents that philosophy: no need to choose between extreme performance and everyday utility. The combination of a high-performance hybrid powertrain with the wagon body points to a unique vehicle in the market. 🚗💨