Grasso’s Garage has reviewed more than 375 vehicles and driven more brands and models than could park on most city blocks. And by now, regular readers will know that a few brands and models have emerged as favorites. This week, I'd like to indulge my long-lasting love for the station wagon. Recently we reviewed the 2025 Volvo V60 PHEV, which really delivered to consumers for many reasons. In Grasso’s Garage this week, we look at another wagon, one that stands out for impressive utility, power, styling and, most importantly, comfort!

Without further ado, I give you the 2025 BMW M5 Touring, which is available for the first time in the United States. It is hard to even write about this one, because I just want to be in the driver seat as much as possible. This wagon checks every single box.

The 2025 BMW M5 Touring is the first generation wagon offering a M5 package. It’s powered by a 4.4-liter M Twin Power Turbo V-8 and a plug-in hybrid 18.6 kW battery, providing 25 miles of pure electric range and combining for 717 horsepower. Weighing over 5,500 pounds, the M5 Touring offers an array of standard features as well as upgraded options. Our weeklong tester, painted in a beautiful aquamarine color called Laguna Seca Blue, featured the Executive Package, M Driver package and M Carbon upgrades, adding about $10,000 to the $121,000 base price.

With few competitors in the U.S. wagon market, such as the Audi RS6 and Mercedes E-450, the M5 Touring keeps the V-8 powerplant and brings 738 pound-feet of torque to the table. Staggered 20- and 21-inch M Dual-Spoke wheels, black roof and accents and a Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound System are just a few of the standard features on the M5 Touring.

As the owner of a very limited edition 2019 Volvo V60 Inscription with 318 horsepower, my passion for powerful wagons runs deep. It’s essentially a SUV, but with a sedan-like stance and ride height that provide that low-to-the-ground feel — one that speed junkies like me really enjoy, while still not giving up the space that an SUV has to offer. For the BMW M5 Wagon, just another display of excellence with outstanding power, comfort and beautiful styling — all a huge win for wagon-lovers in the U.S.

2025 BMW M5 Touring

MSRP: $121,500

MPGe: 56 city / 52 highway / 54.0 as tested

As Tested: $145,775

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