BMW Reviews
New Cars
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Good: Second generation 1 Series, more efficient engines, 116d Efficient Dynamics averages a claimed 74.3 mpg and emits 99g/km.
Bad: The looks take some getting used to.
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Good: Neat folding lightweight fabric top, high quality interior, impressive handling even with the roof down, great diesel engines.
Bad: Not the best looking convertible around, limited rear seat room.
Good: Good looking sporty alternative to the standard 1 Series, super quick 135i, strong and efficient diesels.
Bad: Tight in the back for taller passengers.
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Good: 320d EfficientDynamics manages 109g/km of CO2, more customisation options than predecessor.
Bad: Not on sale until February 2012.
Good: Superb to drive. Great handling and steering. Upmarket image. Economical diesel engines culminating in amazingly efficient 320d Efficient Dynamics at 109g/km of CO2.
Bad: Firm ride especially noticeable on larger alloys. No spare wheel. Limited rear legroom. Too many coil and injector problems on four-cylinder petrol engines.
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Good: Smart looks, excellent engines, practical metal folding roof, decent luggage space can be augmented by lowering rear seat backrests.
Bad: Optional extras can quickly add up.
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Good: Stylish four-seater coupe, comes with a great choice of engines including frugal diesels, 335i is outstanding.
Bad: Tight in the back for adults.
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Good: Very good to drive, exceptionally good 320d engine, practical loadspace, huge performance from 335i.
Bad: Still reports of turbo failures on 320d.
Good: Superbly luxurious travel, refined and classy interior, great to drive or to be driven in, plenty of cabin room, remarkably efficient 520d, simply the best executive saloon on the market, five-star NCAP crash rating.
Bad: Steering doesn't quite have the feel or weight you'd expect from a BMW.
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Good: Refined and spacious alternative to a 7 Series or an X5, usefully large boot with clever twin opening, very comfortable and quiet, great performance from all engines.
Bad: Doesn't handle as well a 5 Series saloon, unusual styling looks awkward from certain angles, limited rear visibility.
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Good: Great to drive with a perfect blend of handling and ride comfort, top quality interior, very refined at high speeds, great engines including very efficient 520d.
Bad: There are other cars in the class with larger boot spaces.
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Good: Sleek looks and more handsome that previous 6 Series, powerful yet economical 640d is an epic engine, high quality interior similar to latest 5 Series, amazingly refined.
Bad: More of a grand tourer than a sports car.
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Good: Incredibly smooth and refined. One of the best convertibles at minimising wind turbulance with the top down. Very well equipped as standard. Good ride. 640d from September 2011.
Bad: Other convertibles at this level have a folding hard-top roof.
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Good: High quality luxurious interior, huge amounts of space in the back, long wheelbase versions available, Efficient Dynamics means good economy and low CO2.
Bad: Too much tyre roar makes it probably the the harshest 'limo'.
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Good: BMWs first hybrid matches the 535i for performance but with emissions of just 149g/km and low company car tax rates.
Bad: Not cheap at £46,860.
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Good: Stormingly fast performance, superb V8 engine sound, high quality interior, great feelgood factor yet still docile at low speeds, available as coupe, convertible or saloon.
Bad: Not as involving to drive as an M3 should be, analogue instruments too small to read quickly, expensive to run.
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Good: Immense twin-turbo 560PS V8 engine has more power than outgoing M5, improved economy, thunderous performance, huge amounts of grip, excellent brakes.
Bad: Not cheap at £73,000.
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Good: Hugely fast, capable and luxurious.
Bad: All too few places where you can enjoy it to the full.
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Good: Compact off-roader available with two or four-wheel drive. Car-like to drive. Economical diesel engine with various power outputs. Usefully large boot. First to be fitted with new BMW small petrol engines.
Bad: Bland, ugly fascia, especially if factory satnav not fitted.
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Good: Low CO2 of 2.0 diesel thanks to start-stop system. Bigger and much better than previous X3. Good quality cabin. Comfortable ride. 6 cylinder engine option from mid 2011.
Bad: Stop start does not work below three degrees centigrade. Originally best in class meant a long waiting list. Main rival: Audi Q5.
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Good: Spacious and practical interior. Intimidatging road presence. Good choice of engines including xDrive 30d. Available with seven seats. Very refined.
Bad: Not always easy to park due to sheer size. Rearmost pair of seats strictly for children.
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Good: Unique coupe and 4x4 style. Drives and handles astonishingly well for a big SUV. Powered by BMWs best engines.
Bad: Not as practical as an X5. Intimidating to other drivers. Think carefully about the image it will portray of you.
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Good: Stylish and refined roadster coupe with folding hard top. Good performance from 6 cylinder engines.
Bad: Top sDrive35i engine is expensive.
Used Cars
Concept Cars
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