Pros Gutsy turbocharged engines Sharp steering, stellar handling Plenty of standard interior luxuries
Cons Dated infotainment system Ride on rough roads can be harsh Driver assist technology isn't as refined as it should be
Pros Gorgeous inside and out, terrific ride and handling traits, more practical than Aston sports cars.
Cons Regular model gets outrun by rivals, brake pedal feels too soft, lacks some common driver assists.
Based on the BMW X7 SUV,Turbocharged V8 makes 612 horsepower.Retuned suspension.
PROS Thundering acceleration Impressive array of advanced driver aids Exclusivity of the Alpina badge
CONS Not enough differentiation from the BMW X7 Interior is cluttered with buttons Ride quality can suffer on less than perfect roads
The Alpina XB7 is as fast as it is luxurious and as practical as it is well equipped. The trouble is the same is true of the closely related BMW X7 M50i, which is significantly cheaper.
PROS Hugely fast Very spacious and practical Outstanding infotainment system
CONS Too similar to an X7 M50i Much more expensive than the M50i A lot of road noise
PROS Big, refined power; understated design; Decent ride comfort, even on big wheels.
CONS Awfully big and thirsty, unsettling stability-control interventions, priced for exclusivity.
