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27BMW 5-Series (New)86.88%

BMW 5-Series (New)

Time has caught up with the multi-talented 5-Series, after four top 10 showings in recent years. Its results are a mixed bag, with high points like the handling and build quality offset by steep running costs and below-par reliability.

But as an all-round package, the 5-Series is still hugely competent.

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RATINGS (1 is best)

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  • Reliability
  • Build Quality
  • Running Costs
  • Performance
  • Braking
  • Ride Quality
  • Handling
  • Practicality
  • Comfort
  • Ease of Driving
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PREVIOUS RESULTS

  • Manufactured
  • 2006 Result
  • 2005 Result
  • 2003-Present
  • 10th
  • 8th

MANUFACTURER VERDICT

It trails Lexus, but BMW will be delighted to see that it’s still ahead of Mercedes and Audi… just. The brand has fallen two places overall this year, and will look to reverse that trend in 2010.

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