BMW M5 Competition Manhart

Editorial

The BMW M5 Competition Manhart is a rare case within the VertexRent fleet: not a factory version but a tuner-modified M5, where the German tuning house Manhart pushed the factory S63 V8's output up to 720 hp. Within the M5 lineup, this isn't a separate generation but an alternative interpretation of the F90 generation — the same base as the standard M5 Competition, but with a tuned engine, carbon-ceramic brakes, and a downpipe exhaust with a notably sharper sound.

In character, this is the opposite pole from the newer, electrified M5s: the Manhart is harder-edged, louder, and more direct, without a gram of electronics in the powertrain — just a hopped-up gasoline V8 and M xDrive all-wheel drive putting all the power down to the asphalt. Zero to 100 km/h takes 3.0 seconds — half a second quicker than the factory Competition — and the claimed top speed is 330 km/h, one of the highest figures in the entire VertexRent fleet.

For those interested in the world of tuning houses and curious about exactly what tuning does to BMW's top engine, this unit is a rare chance to experience the "factory-plus" experience without buying a donor car and without a visit to the tuning house itself.

In Detail

The unit in the VertexRent fleet is a 2018 model year, F90 generation, with M xDrive all-wheel drive. The powertrain is a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 from the S63 family, tuned by the Manhart workshop up to 720 hp. Acceleration to 100 km/h takes 3.0 seconds, with a claimed top speed of 330 km/h, with no caveats about factory speed packages.

In practical terms, this means the Manhart is equally suited to test-driving a top-tier tuned sedan before buying one and to those who want to experience the maximum dynamics available in the VertexRent fleet, in the body of a full-size executive sedan. Current rental rates by rental period, the deposit amount, and the mileage limit are listed in the "Sazby" block and in the facts card on this same page.

Equipment includes a modern infotainment system with smartphone support, comfortable sport seats, a full suite of driver-assistance and parking systems, and carbon-ceramic brakes — a necessary complement to an engine tuned to 720 hp, for proportionate stopping power. The exact remaining specification depends on the particular unit's configuration.

BMW M5 Competition Manhart vs BMW M5 Competition (F90, factory version) — tuning house against factory

Both cars are built on the same F90 platform, but they serve different purposes. The factory M5 Competition produces 625 hp on paper, with a top speed of 250 km/h (305 km/h with the M Driver's Package, whose presence on this unit should be confirmed). The Manhart is a tuned version of the same S63 pushed to 720 hp, with a claimed top speed of 330 km/h; its rate structure is also its own — check the "Sazby" block on each car's page for current terms on both. The dynamics between the two cars are fundamentally different: the Manhart is a factory M5 pushed by a tuning house to the platform's absolute limit.

What to check behind the wheel if you're considering buying a tuned M5

A tuned car demands more careful checking than a factory one. Start with throttle response at low revs: tuning the engine to 720 hp can change the character of power delivery compared to the factory engine — it's worth understanding whether it feels like a natural extension of power or a sharper response that takes some getting used to. Check the carbon-ceramic brakes' behavior in a city driving cycle: such brakes are effective at the high temperatures of a track but can behave differently when cold in city traffic — it's important to feel that difference. Assess the downpipe exhaust's sound at different rev ranges and decide whether it's comfortable for daily use, not just for a dramatic departure. And be sure to find a safe stretch of road where you can legally feel the dynamics the car was tuned for — on Prague's city streets, 720 horsepower remains mostly potential.

Suggested Route

The Manhart is a rare case in the fleet where the claimed 330 km/h justifies aiming for a genuine Autobahn run. The logical direction is southwest, along the D5 toward the border crossing at Rozvadov: about an hour and a half to the junction with the German Autobahn, where on certain unrestricted stretches city speed limits fall away. It's worth budgeting the standard daily mileage limit around the Czech portion of the route, with margin, while separately confirming the terms of a cross-border trip at the time of booking (see the question below).

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I pick up the Manhart right at the airport?

Yes, the car can be delivered anywhere in Prague, including Václav Havel Airport. The exact time and place of handover are agreed upon when the booking is confirmed.

What's the top speed of the BMW M5 Competition Manhart?

330 km/h — the claimed figure for this unit, one of the highest in the entire VertexRent fleet, with no caveats about factory packages.

How does the Manhart differ from the factory BMW M5 Competition in the same fleet?

Both cars are built on the same F90 platform with the S63 engine, but the Manhart has been tuned by the workshop to 720 hp versus 625 hp for the factory version, with a claimed top speed of 330 km/h versus 250 km/h (305 km/h only with the M Driver's Package) for the factory unit.

Does the factory warranty and insurance still apply to the car after Manhart's tuning?

Manhart's modifications were carried out by a professional workshop specializing specifically in BMW M cars, not by amateur means — but the warranty question only matters for an owner making a purchase, not for a renter: VertexRent's rental insurance coverage applies to the unit in its current tuned configuration. If this specific detail matters for your own purchase of such a car on the secondary market, confirm it separately with the seller.

Can this car be driven outside the Czech Republic?

Yes, subject to arrangement with the manager — this rule applies to the entire VertexRent fleet with no model-specific exceptions. For a cross-border trip the deposit is doubled from the standard amount (the current figure is in the facts block on this same page). On unrestricted sections of the German Autobahn — a rare chance to feel the tuned S63's dynamics at the speeds the tuning house prepared this car for — but the direction and dates need to be agreed in advance at the time of booking.