A sign of a strong rivalry in the mid-size sport-luxury category is that all of these models except one offer all-wheel drive, either standard or optional. The TL Type-S is a blue-light special in this group, but it's the only one that sends power to pavement with its front wheels, a sin for some people.
Conclusion
A lot of pocket change must be shelled out to purchase a 5-Series, but we have the feeling of getting our money's worth. Even after 5 years on the market in its current form, it keeps getting better and better, and the twin-turbo engine is one of its major highlights.
Fast, quiet, comfortable, there is nothing to point the finger at in the 535i besides the number on the bottom of the sales contract, right beside the word 'total'.
Prodigious engine, powerful and frugal
Comfortable front seats
Impeccable fit and finish
Limited space in back seat
Lane-departure system not very useful
High price
photo:Philippe Champoux
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| The 5-Series offers a long list of optional equipment and accessories. |
Conclusion
A lot of pocket change must be shelled out to purchase a 5-Series, but we have the feeling of getting our money's worth. Even after 5 years on the market in its current form, it keeps getting better and better, and the twin-turbo engine is one of its major highlights.
Fast, quiet, comfortable, there is nothing to point the finger at in the 535i besides the number on the bottom of the sales contract, right beside the word 'total'.
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Comfortable front seats
Impeccable fit and finish
 |
Limited space in back seat
Lane-departure system not very useful
 |
High price
photo:Philippe Champoux
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