KW V4 Coilovers - G90 BMW M5

KW Suspension developed their KW V4 coilover kit for the 7th-generation G90 BMW M5. This kit offers independent adjustment of 1) high-speed compression, 2) low-speed compression, and 3) low-speed rebound. Furthermore, a new valve technology eliminates the need for external reservoirs on the suspension struts. The aluminum suspension provides the BMW M5’s plug-in hybrid drive with significantly more precise ride & direct handling. And the kit allows for lowering of 10-to-30 millimeters on both axles of the 727hp G90 BMW M5 Sedan. Development is currently underway for the BMW M5 Touring, as well as height-adjustable springs. Pricing and delivery times can be found on www.kwsuspensions.com/de-en

KW Coilovers – BMW M5

KW Suspension provides coilovers for all BMW M5 models. Historically, KW coilovers for classic BMW M5 models from the 1980s-2000s typically featured separately adjustable compression and rebound damping (V3), adjustable rebound damping only (V2), or fixed damping (V1). However, the V4 coilovers designed for the F10 and F90 series offer 3-way adjustment. And now, the V4 kit is available for the new G90 BMW M5.

“Furthermore, we are expanding the use of our V4 technology in custom OE coilovers for automotive industry clients. Notably, the BMW M4 GTS was among the first production vehicles to feature these dampers as original equipment.” -KW Brand Manager Florian Johann

Combatting the weight of the G90 BMW M5…

The 727hp BMW M5 is a monster. But it’s the heaviest M5 to date, by approximately 1,000lbs. However, with KW V4 coilovers, the plug-in hybrid G90 M5 feels much more agile, despite its weight of over 2.5 tons. The G90 M5 craves fast corners, and remains controllable & track faithful. And KW set out to accentuate the G90 during all dynamic driving maneuvers. Slight bumps on the highway are precisely damped – even at top speed. The KW V4 coilover suspension also impresses with residual ride comfort on secondary roads, thanks to the multi-valve technology.

“We use a new valve technology in our current generation V4 suspension. Which, on one hand, no longer requires an expansion tank and, on the other hand, offers a significantly extended adjustment range. As a result, it offers more adjustment options than the suspension developed for the BMW M4 GTS at the time.” -Florian Johann

Thanks to the independently adjustable low-speed compression, high-speed compression, and low-speed rebound… the factory-set performance setting can be changed to a ride comfort-oriented setting at any time.

The two compression adjustment wheels…

Located on the lower damper housing allow for fine-tuning of the steering response and other parameters such, as rolling comfort and tire grip. With 13 clicks available in low-speed and high-speed compression stages, the KW V4 offers a broad tuning window for a customized suspension setup for the G90 BMW M5.

The rebound forces…

Can be precisely adjusted with 16 clicks for firmer handling or enhanced comfort. Depending on the chosen suspension setting, a few clicks can significantly increase the driving dynamics or ride comfort of the BMW M5. Due to the complex multi-valve technology, the differences are markedly greater than those in conventional electronically-adjustable suspensions. A decommissioning kit is also installed when converting to the KW V4 coilover suspension. Apart from the adaptive damper control, all assistance and driving dynamics systems of the BMW M5 remain active.

Lowering – Ride Height Adjustment…

The M5’s ride height is adjusted directly via the dirt-resistant trapezoidal thread on the suspension struts, which are made from a high-strength aluminum alloy. According to the parts certificate, a continuous lowering of 10-to-30 millimeters is possible on both axles. The height-adjustable coilover springs for the BMW M5 Sedan and the KW V4 coilover suspension for the BMW M5 Touring will also be available shortly. More at www.kwsuspensions.com/de-en