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The 0-62mph sprint time has also been improved upon in both models, down to just 4.2 seconds in the M5 and 4.1 seconds in the M6 Coupe and Grand Coupe.
Those opting for the slightly heavier M6 convertible will have to make do with 4.2 seconds.
All of the new design features that have been introduced to the regular 5-series also appear on the Competition pack M5 saloon with the added bonus of M specific enhancements such as the M double-spoke kidney grille, currently seen on the M6 Coupé and Convertible, as well as the new M steering wheel with M DCT gear-shift paddles that feature on these models.
At the back, new taillights also make sure motorists following know what they're dealing with.
As intriguing as the Competition Package sounds, it comes at a price - £6,700 on the M5 saloon and £6,500 on the M6 coupe to be precise, taking the overall figures to £80,205 and £100,680 respectively.
But the German marque is ensuring customers get more than just the addition of 15 extra horses as all Competition Package equipped cars will also receive adjustable Sport suspension settings, Sport steering, Sport exhaust with Black Chrome exhaust tailpipes and exclusive 20-inch double-spoke M light-alloy wheels.
Most importantly, the Active M differential is tuned to enhance cornering and improve performance on track, while the M Dynamic Mode has been adjusted to allow for higher thresholds before the traction control systems kick in.
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