Comp vs Exec packages---which one?

[rocky]

If you had to choose between cp or exec packages, which one would you choose, and why.......im wrestling with this....ur help is appreciated.

[Northern X5M]

If you can only have one then, I would choose the exec package.

It makes the car a much nicer DD. The M5 is an amazing car without the comp package. If you haven't experienced it, you won't miss it.

[Fantasm]

Exec is definitely required

[caldoone]

I just installed the CP sway bars front and back and added the H&R Sport Springs and will have the BMS Stage 1 added for a lot less than the $7,300 BMW wants for the CP and it's worth the effort. This should be a 600hp car when completed and the only thing I can't install is the steering rack improvements. Good Luck!

[Spinny02]

Exec. $100k luxury sadean should have all the features of the exec.

[Loft23]

This isn't a true "sports" car where you buy it only for track days. It's a fast executive car with the capability of having fun when you want to. I personally would get both, but the comp package really doesn't make sense as a city dweller and if you just cruise around about town. The non-CP is perfectly capable of attacking backroads. I think the problem is that we all have watched too many online reviews that push the car to its limit and feel the need to have CP.

[isugoo]

Hahaha. I told you so. =)

[rocky]

it seems like all the true appreciators of the M5 agree that that the exec is an option that shouldnt be missed, the cp notwithstanding. In retrospect and after deliberating with isugoo i must concur and adjust my order with my car sales rep who is placing the order for ED. I know that if i still want to experience the cp thing....isugoo will more than gladly let me drive his m5 for the weekend. thanks guy.....any additional comments are welcome.....love this forum.

[PhilT3]

Originally Posted by Loft23

This isn't a true "sports" car where you buy it only for track days. It's a fast executive car with the capability of having fun when you want to. I personally would get both, but the comp package really doesn't make sense as a city dweller and if you just cruise around about town. The non-CP is perfectly capable of attacking backroads. I think the problem is that we all have watched too many online reviews that push the car to its limit and feel the need to have CP.

Spot on my brotha!

[Blackraven]

It depends on what you want to prioritise.

If you have to choose between only one (and exactly only one), then go with amenities.

The base performance configuration already gives you tons of performance. For a premium car like this, it's important to get creature comforts like Full Merino Leather, M Multi-function Seats, Comfort Access 322, etc. etc.

P.S.
By the way, here's a bit of FYI and trivia for those who don't know.

Packages like ZEC Executive Package, ZDB Driver Assistance Pack, ZLP etc etc. are unique to North American markets.

In other countries though (i.e. Germany, UK, South Africa, etc.), the options are stand-alone items and usually not part of any package. Hence, options like 5DL Surround View Cameras as well as high-tech safety gadgetry like lane departure and blind spot monitoring are options that are picked and bought individually and are usually not bundled.

The only thing that is the same worldwide is the Competition Package.....which is respectively codenamed as ZCP (in USA and Canada) and 7MA (in Germany and the rest of the world)

You learn something new everyday =)

[M5essex]

We don't have an exec pack over here... Anyone care to tell me what's included?

[Seanmag]

For 2015 models.. from BMWUSA_dotcom

Executive Package - MSRP USD $6400
• Adaptive Full LED Lights
• Power rear sunshade with manual rear side window shades
• Automatic high beams
• Heated rear seats
• 4-zone automatic climate control
• Soft-close automatic doors
• Active front seats
• Head-up Display
• Front ventilated seats
• Power tailgate
• Concierge Services

[M5essex]

Ahhh. Thank you seanmag. Defo need the exec pack I'd say. But I went for comp pack and added everything apart from the vented front seats and powered blinds/ shades...

[M6-Coupe]

As others said, Executive package is a must! The only thing that I really don't care about this package is Power rear sunshade, but the rest (specially LED, HUD, Soft-close and power tailgate) are fantastic!
I wish M6 had power tailgate option...

[M5KRZI]

get the exec. package and have a few of those bits coded by V12.

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[ericdad]

Originally Posted by Seanmag

For 2015 models.. from BMWUSA_dotcom

Executive Package - MSRP USD $6400
• Adaptive Full LED Lights
• Power rear sunshade with manual rear side window shades
• Automatic high beams
• Heated rear seats
• 4-zone automatic climate control
• Soft-close automatic doors
• Active front seats
• Head-up Display
• Front ventilated seats
• Power tailgate
• Concierge Services

In NZ, both the exec and Comp packages are standard feature. Lucky you may say but we pay $200,000 NZD which is over $160,000 USD.

[NlckyBlack]

executive should be standard, but thats my pick too

[Fantasm]

why arent the rear passenger sunshades powered??? !!

[Mr_M5Guy]

I guess I may be the odd duck. I am picking comp package and perhaps a frozen color. I currently own an E60 M5 and I really don't think the HUD is all that helpful, don't really need 4 zone climate or power tailgate. As long as I have comfort access, which is standard, I'm happy.

The only thing is I do like are the LED lights.

Maybe I'm over looking something, please feel free to provide any feedback.

[Blackraven]

Originally Posted by ericdad

In NZ, both the exec and Comp packages are standard feature. Lucky you may say but we pay $200,000 NZD which is over $160,000 USD.

Yeah I saw a bit of the NZ brochure and I noticed that as well.

Offering the Comp Pack as standard equipment is fine as long as they don't force you to just stick with 601 wheels. If that's the case, then it shouldn't be a problem. Heck, in your car, you were able to choose Option 2TY (aka Black 343M wheels) so no loss there in my opinion

Originally Posted by Fantasm

why arent the rear passenger sunshades powered??? !!

Hehe ask BMW

I guess I may be the odd duck. I am picking comp package and perhaps a frozen color. I currently own an E60 M5 and I really don't think the HUD is all that helpful, don't really need 4 zone climate or power tailgate. As long as I have comfort access, which is standard, I'm happy.

The only thing is I do like are the LED lights.

Maybe I'm over looking something, please feel free to provide any feedback.

Hehe it's alright man. It's your car so you have the right to choose what you want put in.

Different strokes for different folks =)

[Valnic]

You'd probably kill resale potential if you don't have the exec pack. I know I wouldn't consider a used M5 without heads up display. HUD alone is worth the price of the exec pack. I think the HUD is the coolest thing and from now on, my future cars will need it or I ain't buying it!

I just recently took delivery of my 2015 M5 (getting prepped and filmed by Phil @DetailersDomain as we speak) and I thought long and hard about getting the Comp Pkg and I just couldn't justify the expense. I love the sportiness of the car and the Comp package IMHO just doesn't add enough. If the comp package increased HP by 40 or added some sort of sportier exterior presence then I would have been all over it. Or if I planned on tracking the car, it would be a no brainer. But I'm not going to track the car and I rather not have a stiffer ride than what Sport Plus gives me already.

But then again, different strokes for different folks. If you have the cash and want the stiffer ride, go for it. If not, you won't miss it.

[NlckyBlack]

full leather all the way.