Short answer
The BMW M4 CSL leads at 307 km/h. The M4 GTS, M5 CS, M6 Competition Gran Coupe, M760Li xDrive and M8 Competition Coupe share 305 km/h with the specified factory equipment.
- Highest maximum
- M4 CSL at 307 km/h
- Equal result
- Five entries at 305 km/h
- Optional equipment
- M Driver’s Package on M6, M760Li and M8
Top 6 Fastest BMW Cars of All Time at a Glance
| Entry | BMW model | Factory maximum | Speed standing | Required equipment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 |  | 307 km/h | Highest maximum | Standard CSL limit |
| 02 |  | 305 km/h | Equal 305 km/h | Standard GTS limit |
| 03 |  | 305 km/h | Equal 305 km/h | Standard CS limit |
| 04 |  | 305 km/h | Equal 305 km/h | Competition and M Driver’s Package |
| 05 |  | 305 km/h | Equal 305 km/h | M Driver’s Package |
| 06 |  | 305 km/h | Equal 305 km/h | M Driver’s Package |
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The scale of the difference
Factory maximum in km/h
First 6 entries shown. Bar lengths compare the magnitude of the reported values.
- BMW M4 CSL307 km/h
- BMW M4 GTS305 km/h
- BMW M5 CS305 km/h
- BMW M6 Competition Gran Coupe305 km/h
- BMW M760Li xDrive305 km/h
- BMW M8 Competition Coupe305 km/h
Top 6 Fastest BMW Cars of All Time: Entry Details
BMW M4 CSL
G82, introduced 2022Carbon components and a two-seat interior support the CSL’s more powerful straight-six. Its 307 km/h factory maximum places it above the 305 km/h group.
- Engine
- 3.0-litre twin-turbo straight-six
- Speed standing
- Highest maximum
- Factory configuration
- Standard CSL limit
BMW M4 GTS
F82, 2016 modelWater injection distinguishes this limited-production M4 from the regular coupe. The GTS reaches 305 km/h with its specialised factory specification.
- Engine
- 3.0-litre twin-turbo straight-six
- Speed standing
- Equal 305 km/h
- Factory configuration
- Standard GTS limit
BMW M5 CS
F90, introduced 2021The M5 CS gives four occupants individual bucket seats and combines a twin-turbo V8 with M xDrive. Its factory limiter allows 305 km/h.
- Engine
- 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8
- Speed standing
- Equal 305 km/h
- Factory configuration
- Standard CS limit
BMW M6 Competition Gran Coupe
F06, 2015 Competition updateThe updated Competition Package strengthens the rear-driven M6’s V8 output. M Driver’s Package raises the Gran Coupe’s maximum to 305 km/h.
- Engine
- 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8
- Speed standing
- Equal 305 km/h
- Factory configuration
- Competition and M Driver’s Package
BMW M760Li xDrive
G12, introduced 2017A twin-turbo V12 turns the long-wheelbase 7 Series into the unusual limousine member of this selection. M Driver’s Package permits 305 km/h.
- Engine
- 6.6-litre twin-turbo V12
- Speed standing
- Equal 305 km/h
- Factory configuration
- M Driver’s Package
BMW M8 Competition Coupe
F92, introduced 2019M xDrive and the twin-turbo V8 give the M8 Competition a different drivetrain from the older M6. The optional M Driver’s Package unlocks 305 km/h.
- Engine
- 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8
- Speed standing
- Equal 305 km/h
- Factory configuration
- M Driver’s Package
Top 6 Fastest BMW Cars of All Time: Analysis
M4 CSL Weight Reduction and Engine Tuning
The M4 CSL combines a more powerful turbocharged straight-six with a substantial weight-reduction programme. Removing the rear bench, replacing the front seats and using carbon body parts changes the whole car, rather than simply raising the electronic limiter. The CSL badge continues the lightweight tradition described in the BMW M history.
M4 GTS Water Injection
The M4 GTS sprays water into its intake plenum to cool the incoming charge. Cooler air reduces the tendency to knock, allowing the engine calibration to exploit more boost. Its fixed rear wing, roll-over structure and two-seat cabin make the GTS a much more specialised machine than the four-door M5 CS.
M5 CS and M8 Competition Use Both Axles
The M5 CS takes the M xDrive saloon and adds lighter components plus four individual seats. The M8 Competition applies the same broad twin-turbo V8 and all-wheel-drive approach to a large coupe. The M5 CS includes its 305 km/h limit, while the M8 needs the optional M Driver’s Package to reach that maximum.
M6 Competition and the V12 Limousine
The later M6 Competition Gran Coupe retains rear-wheel drive and a dual-clutch transmission. The M760Li instead pairs its twin-turbo V12 with xDrive and an automatic gearbox. Both show how BMW extended very high road-car speeds beyond two-door sports cars.
Our verdict
Our verdict
The M4 CSL has the highest maximum in this factory BMW selection. The M5 CS pairs the 305 km/h limit with four individual seats, while the M760Li supplies the most limousine-like cabin. M4 GTS is the more specialised choice for its water injection and track-focused equipment.
Strengths
- CSL combines a higher maximum with substantial weight reduction.
- M5 CS retains four seats and M xDrive.
Things to consider
- GTS and CSL remove the rear passenger bench.
- M6, M760Li and M8 require the specified optional speed package.
FAQ: Top 6 Fastest BMW Cars of All Time
What is the fastest factory BMW road car here?
The M4 CSL has the highest published maximum at 307 km/h. BMW developed it as a two-seat, lighter derivative of the G82 M4.
How fast is the BMW M5 CS?
Its factory maximum is electronically limited to 305 km/h. M xDrive distributes the twin-turbo V8’s power between the axles.
Does every BMW M8 Competition reach 305 km/h?
The Coupe requires M Driver’s Package for the 305 km/h maximum. Its ordinary factory limit is lower.
Why does the BMW M4 GTS use water injection?
Water cools the intake charge and reduces knock tendency under heavy load. This supports the GTS engine’s higher-performance calibration.
Is the BMW M760Li xDrive a V12?
Yes. The G12 M760Li xDrive uses a 6.6-litre twin-turbo V12 and all-wheel drive. Its 305 km/h configuration requires M Driver’s Package.
Are the five 305 km/h cars different speed ranks?
They share the same maximum. The table identifies the equal result beside each model, including the required equipment.
Sources & methodology
BMW factory road-car maxima through October 2026 include the stated limiter packages and exclude ALPINA, tuners, racers and prototypes. The five 305 km/h examples tie and appear alphabetically rather than as separate speed ranks.
Maintained by Artsiom Dusau, a software engineer and BMW 4 Series owner. Editorial policy
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