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Edmunds user
5 series trumps 3
...and it's already saved me a few tickets -- it's really leaps and bounds above the 04 325ci BMW we traded for this one...
Edmunds user
Best all around
...The twin turbo motor gives you v8 torque and horsepower, I suspect that the ratings of 300 each is understated. Saving 10 grand over the 550 sport was worth it...
Edmunds user
awesome car
...Bought it used and am very pleased with the car. My first few tanks of gas I averaged 25.8 MPG, added a K&N air filter and its up to 27.1 MPG with some added...
MSN Autos user
The Ultimate driving machine
...Pros: The car handles beautiful. Great gas milage for a mid-size. MPG- 25+ Luxury at its best. Cons: none Overall: Everyone should own one of these!!!!!...
MSN Autos user
DISAPPOINTED
...We drive by MPH in the USA, so mark the speedometer accordingly (clearer)...
MSN Autos user
The ultimate driving machine
...Pros: everything Cons: nothing Overall: excellent car...
MSN Autos user
Just love this model car
...Of course, the key is to always keep your maintenance items up and keep it tuned. best car I have ever had...
CarGurus user
Business Oriented Car
...Seems like a cheap ownership car. Car takes thrill away from diving, I would prefer a 3 series. I would recomend the car to someone who wants something large...
Cars.com user
Great Ride - short on extras
...no space to put your sunglasses, cruise control is in an odd position behind the steering wheel."...
Edmunds user
BMW Driver for life!
...We purchased it with 155,000 miles on the odometer and now have 183,000 and it still runs super strong. Highly recommended with the 6 speed sport package!...
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The 2008 BMW 5-Series's chief competitor, the E-Class, has more of an emphasis on comfort than the 5, with a roomier-feeling interior and a softer ride.
The A6 also feels a bit more spacious and comfort-oriented, but its performance--especially from the available 4.2-liter V-8--doesn't come close to matching that of the 550i's 4.8-liter V-8.
None of the competition offers a manual transmission either.
The Cadillac STS brings plenty of high-tech options and respectable performance, but it doesn't have the prestige of the 5-Series.
There's also the Infiniti M35 and M45, which bring brisk performance and some rival high-tech features such as a lane-departure system, but their cabins aren't as quiet and refined as those of the 5-Series models.
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