Consumer Opinions from Around the Web - Page 3
We have scoured the web for consumer reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 191 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.| Ranking | Details |
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| #21 |
2008 BMW 535i SportSource: Edmunds...Handling is superb and 4 wheel drifts are doable with the "Anti-s" disabled. I averaged 20.7 MPG combined city/hwy. Sport mode and paddle shifters are a hoot. If it weren't for repair issues, I would love this car. Hi-pressure fuel valve went out 2x in 3 months. Unacceptable for car in this price range. Cheap materials in sunshades (no extender), cupholders are crap. Reverse light burned out at 33K miles. Turbo lag is noticeable at take off and throttle is 'twitchy' at take off. I want more time driving, not in shop, even w/warranty... |
| #22 |
Love ItSource: Edmunds
...This is simply the best car in the world. It handles like a sport coupe, super quite, and its safe. |
| #23 |
BMW xi 2010Source: Edmunds...i found the bmw to be a more pleasurable drive than all of them. it's nice to know that you are in a vehicle that seems engineered for the driver. it's the best vehicle i've owned. i highly recommend this vehicle. i also have lived in 3 states in the past 4 years and i have to say that the service experience has been excellent in every dealership so far. the service departments seem to understand the value of customer service as part of the consumer's brand loyalty. cup holders don't bother me - i don't eat in my car nor do i let my kids (smile) so no big deal... |
| #24 |
A Sport Wagon actually WORTH 60-70,000 ?Source: Cars.com...!! But, when I'm not hauling things around, this is a beautiful, capable, soul-stirring luxury car that will outrun my '99 SL500. I will baby this car and keep it forever - because there will be no more. Shame on BMW or the American market or whomever is to blame for the demise of this vehicle. I wish BMW's were more mechanical and less "gadgety". I wish they would take the "I-crash" and come up with a better idea. I wish the shifter linkage was mechanical and not the "fly-by-wire" system. But I also wish you could take an SUV for a fast lap around Laguna Seca. You can't - but this wagon... |
| #25 |
Get it now!!! I ain't going back...Source: Edmunds...What a difference! Got mine this past Wed on a lease. 1. Handling, off the line, and comfort very good. I am picky when it comes to road and general noise and so far the Dunlop run-flats are fine. 2. Fit and finish indeed are unmatched. 3. New iDrive actually is very intuitive; voice commands are natural. 4. Head up display is the coolest and should be standard on cars in this class. 5. The 20-way seats that I got "hug" me when I start the engine; picky about lumbar and it sure does not disappoint. I am so glad I went with the Bimmer; ain't going back! If you've been thinking about one like... |
| #26 |
Looks good but full of bugsSource: Edmunds...The car handles as well as BMW should and the pick up and braking is outstanding. The issue is in the electronics as for most of the owners i know, the engine light goes on and off at times, the AWD malfunction light goes off at times, once i had a turbo fail light go off and go away after a car restart. It becomes annoying that a 50k car has little bugs that were not taken care off pre-production. I have the M package and the wheels and tires that got damaged by NYC roads are not available for purchase in USA, must be ordered from Germany which takes 4 to 6 weeks. i have been waiting for a... |
| #27 |
Problems AriseSource: Edmunds
...Just before the 4000 mile mark, I noticed oil drips on my garage floor. |
| #28 |
Great CarSource: Edmunds
...Have had a great time driving this car - definitely get the parking assist feature and the comfort access option - the i-drive system takes a little getting used to, |
| #29 |
Very pleased so far with 2010 535iSource: Edmunds...Been driving it a little more than a month and extremely happy. It's simply the smoothest car I've ever driven. It feels so light and nimble, yet a very comfortable ride. This may sound corny, but I have a "melting" feeling whenever I drive it! And it's so quiet, like driving an electric car, even when stomping the gas. Active steering adds a whole new dimension to driving, both at low and high speeds; I'm very glad I went for it. It's at its best doing 80 MPH on a moderately crowded freeway, zipping around other cars. And what's all this fuss about idrive and the cup holders? No problems... |
| #30 |
AwesomeSource: Cars.com
..."Amazing car......very powerful.....Thanks to BMW for the great Job.......I was driving a 3 series BMW and then a 5 series...........to be honest, |
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Why should I also consider these?
The chief competitor to the 2010 BMW 5-Series's sedan is the Mercedes E-Class, and the Audi A6 Avant is the Sports Wagon's closest rival.
The E-Class has more of an emphasis on comfort than the 5, with a roomier-feeling interior and a softer ride.
The Avant only comes with the 255-horsepower, 3.2-liter V-6 engine, not the larger, 350-horsepower V-8 available on the sedan.
As with the Sports Wagon, all-wheel drive is standard, though the Avant has a slightly softer ride, and its handling isn't as sharp as that of the 5-Series, nor does it offer such advanced technology features.
The Cadillac STS brings plenty of high-tech options and respectable performance, but it doesn't have the prestige of the 5-Series.
The Saab 9-5 SportCombi is now a quite dated design.
It comes with front-wheel drive and turbocharged four-cylinder power, and its powertrains aren't as refined as those of the other rivals, but it's packaged well, with excellent seats, plenty of headroom, and more useful cargo space.
There's also the Infiniti M35 and M45, which bring brisk performance and some rival high-tech features such as a lane-departure system, but their cabins aren't as quiet and refined as those of the 5-Series models.
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