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Performance Unchained: BMW M5 Competition Package

To properly mark the launch of the Competition Package for the LCI M5, BMW decided to put together a rather interesting video showcasing the main attributes of the improved car.
Competition Package BMW M5 1 photo
Photo: Screenshot from Youtube
The Youtube video posted on a variety of BMW’s channels, including the BMW USA one, shows the ZCP M5 as a prisoner trapped inside a cage, fighting to get free. Eventually, it succeeds and sets off to make an impression on the world.

According to the latest reviews, it managed to do so, impressing even the biggest critics out there. So, what’s in the Competition Package and is it worth the $7,300 price tag?

The Competition Package or ZCP for short, brings more performance at the tip of your toes. The engine output is raised by another 15 HP to 575 HP while the torque curve is optimized to offer better throttle response for a wider range. That’s all possible due to raising the boost pressure in the upper range of revs.

A new exhaust is also added to the mix, changing the sound of the car completely, thanks to the guys from Akrapovic that joined in. The height is dropped by 10 mm and the suspension is retuned for better handling. At the same time, the steering is enhanced to offer better feedback.

Looking at a ZCP car from the outside the only things that make it stand out in the crowd are the exclusive 20” M Double-spoke 601 M wheels in Bi-Color, mixed tyres and the twin tailpipes of the exhaust fitted with black chrome trims.

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