BMW

BMW 5 Series

Price $54,500 – $101,500
Fuel consumption 5.7 – 13.3 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 80%(view ratings)
The 5 Series luxury sedan has earned its fair share of praise. Several different engines are offered: a twin-turbo 4-cylinder, an inline-6 (conventional or hybrid), a 400-hp V8 and a 560-hp V8. The optional xDrive all-wheel drive system is worth considering, as it can handle Canadian winters with confidence. Meanwhile, if you’re interested in a little more space, go for the Gran Turismo and its two-part tailgate. The M5 version will knock the socks off anyone who enjoys speed.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 80%
Driving 9/10
Safety 9/10
Interior 8/10
Reliability 6/10
Winter driving 8/10
Comfort 8/10

What's new in 2013

N/A

Pros

  • Stunning power and acceleration (M5)
  • Excellent power trains
  • Impeccable all-wheel xDrive
  • Exemplary driving ergonomics
  • Top-notch road holding

Cons

  • iDrive interface still confusing
  • Costly options
  • Exterior rear-view mirrors are too small
  • Split rear door is heavy and superfluous (GT)
  • Boring to drive (GT)

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