As German luxury automakers slice and dice traditional market segments, it's fair to say the 2019 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is in a class of one. The 4 Series is essentially a coupe/convertible version of the ubiquitous 3 Series sedan, and the Gran Coupe further complicates the naming scheme by being a four-door variant of the 4 Series.
Pros Hatchback body style makes it easy to load cargo Stout performance with either engine Upscale interior with easy-to-use controls Well-balanced ride and handling
Cons Available only with an automatic transmission Less cargo space than closest hatchback competitors Heavier and costlier than similar sedan competitors Less backseat headroom than in the 3 Series sedan
The 2019 BMW 4-Series ranked #7 in Luxury Small Cars. Currently the BMW 4-Series has a score of 8.7 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 34 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Thrilling, responsive handling Muscular optional engine Above-average cargo space
Cons Tight rear headroom
The 2019 BMW 4-Series distills our favorite parts from the related 3-Series and packages them in a better shape.
Pros Impressive powertrains, all of them Good looks from all body styles Standard automatic emergency braking Bigger infotainment screen this year Gran Coupe is especially attractive
Cons More for Apple CarPlay after first year Small-ish rear seat Interior can be a little dull Leather isn’t standard
The 2019 Toyota Camry Hybrid ranked #1 in Midsize Cars. Currently the Toyota Camry Hybrid has a score of 9.0 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 19 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Impressive amount of standard features Comfortable, quiet cabin Outstanding trunk size for a hybrid Superb fuel economy
Cons Powertrain occasionally lags and drones noisily More expensive than most
The 2019 Toyota Camry discards its plain vanilla personality in favor of vanilla bean.
Pros No longer bland, for the most part Active safety tech standard Strong V-6 Thrifty hybrid Comfortable ride
Cons Looks sporty, doesn’t drive sporty Base engine not a thriller Styling awkward from some angles No Android Auto
The 2019 Toyota Camry Hybrid is one of the most desirable hybrid sedans on the road.Redesigned last year, the Camry Hybrid is full of modern touches, including a powertrain that now dominates the class for fuel economy.New standard Apple CarPlay and Amazon Alexa compatibility.
Pros Offers fuel efficiency as well as strong acceleration Comfortable and spacious interior Impressive cargo space for a hybrid sedan Easy to see out of
Cons Transition between regen and standard brakes can be clunky The base-level LE can feel a bit wallowy on the highway
