The weapons-grade M5 is a powerful piece of German artillery from BMW’s iconic M division. It sports a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V-8 with 600 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque. The M5 faithful will lament the lost manual gearbox and unfamiliar all-wheel-drive system, but this Bimmer has a high-tech drivetrain that can disconnect the front wheels for pure rear-drive personality.
Pros Astounding acceleration, rediscovered involvement that doesn’t negatively affect refinement and luxury.
Cons Stiff ride in Sport mode, fake engine soundtrack remains, the stick shift is dead.
The 2018 BMW M5 is equal parts performance monster and luxury cruiser.
Pros Crazy power Sharp handling Spacious interior Wonderful engine noises Grip of AWD
Cons No more manual tranmission Six-figure price Still pretty heavy
The 2018 BMW M5 is a four-door, five-seat sedan. It comes in only one primary configuration, and is equipped with a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 engine that produces 600 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque. The engine is mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission that sends the power to all four wheels.
PROS Sharper handling from revised suspension Boffo V8's prodigious thrust All-wheel drive increases performance capability Premium cabin packed with features
CONS Daunting number of powertrain and suspension settings Stiff on bumpy roads, even in Comfort mode
2019 BMW 7 Series sedan offers buyers an incredible range of powertrains to choose from. Then there's the massive features list to consider, from indulgent luxuries to bacon-saving safety tech.
Pros Strong engine options, including a plug-in hybrid and a turbo V12 Standard adaptive air suspension delivers a comfortable, controlled ride Exceptional rear passenger space Abundant standard equipment, including safety tech
Cons Expensive options menu Not the driver-focused benchmark it once was No standard-length wheelbase model available
The 2019 BMW 7 Series sits near the top of the super luxury car class. It has an opulent, spacious interior loaded with tech and comfort features. It’s also enjoyable on the road thanks to a range of brawny engines, a cossetting ride, and surprisingly nimble handling.
Pros Powerful engine lineup Extravagant interior Excellent fuel economy estimates Genteel ride quality
Cons No Android Auto Apple CarPlay requires a subscription after first year
The 2019 BMW 7-Series is a flagship luxury sedan in the way they used to be: leather everywhere, big power, excellent options.
Pros Opulent luxury Wide array of powertrains Good standard safety equipment Impressive tech
Cons Nickel-and-dimed for smartphone compatibility Short electric range (740e) Very pricey options Mostly sober exterior shades
