BMW 5 Series
The BMW 5 Series midsize luxury sedan is available in a seemingly endless variety of models and trim levels, from a plug-in hybrid variant to a high-performance M5 producing more than 600 horsepower. Clearly, there is a 5 Series for everyone. While not as potent as the M5, the M550i xDrive still packs quite a punch thanks to a 523-horsepower V8 engine. The lone transmission choice is an eight-speed automatic.
Detailed ratings
| The Car Guide rating | 82% |
|---|---|
| Fuel economy | 7/10 |
| Reliability | 6/10 |
| Safety | 9/10 |
| Infotainment | 7/10 |
| Driving | 8/10 |
| Overall | 9/10 |
What's new in 2021
Few design modifications, addition of the 48V hybrid system in the 540i.
Pros
- Many models to choose from
- Good compromise between comfort and dynamism (530 and 540)
- High performance M5
Cons
- Expensive
- Poor electric range (530e)
- Reduced trunk in the hybrid version