Overview

BMW has a strong reputation for building cars that are rewarding to drive and the latest 5-Series lives up to that status. The sports saloon comes with a wide choice of engines all of which offer strong performance while the sharp steering, strong brakes and excellent body control give it class leading handling. The trade off is a firm ride, which along with the standard run flat tyres, can make the 5-Series unsettled on uneven roads.

In 2007 a fuel-saving program called Efficient Dynamics was introduced to all models – but it works in the background so drivers won’t notice any differences. Spacious, comfortable and superbly built, the BMW remains the best executive saloon on the market.

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