BMW 1-Series
MSRP: $ 29450.00
Description:
Pros:
Pros:
- Exhilarating acceleration
- Superb road handling
- Stylish exterior
- Affordable luxury coupe
- Jenny Craig candidate
- Back seat is primarily almost non-functional
- Priced at the higher end of its class
- Unimpressive fuel economy ratings
Ruling: Performance is the end-game for the 1-Series. The 2011 BMW 1-Series is one of the most powerful, fun-to-drive, sports car-like models in its class. Just be prepared to pay -- at the dealership and at the pump.
New for 2011
A new turbocharged in-line 6 engine goes into the 2011 BMW 135i coupe and convertible. Power output is rated the same as last year (300hp and 300 lb-ft of torque), but BMW claims improved fuel efficiency and more immediate torque response. City mpg improves from 18 to 20 mpg; highway mpg improves from 25 to 28 mpg. Additionally, the new turbocharged engine is now mated to the BMW's 7-speed, dual-clutch automated manual transmission known as DCT.
Two versions of the 1 Series are available: the 128i Coupe and the 135i Coupe. Each has been enhanced to improve convenience and comfort for the 1 Series’ fourth model year in the US.
The 128i Coupe and Convertible are powered by a 3.0-liter, 230 horsepower inline-6 engine that generates 200 lb-ft of torque. The 128i Coupe and Convertible feature BMW’s Valvetronic throttle-less intake technology and aluminum/magnesium construction - core elements of BMW’s EfficientDynamics.
The 128i Coupe and Convertible are powered by a 3.0-liter, 230 horsepower inline-6 engine that generates 200 lb-ft of torque. The 128i Coupe and Convertible feature BMW’s Valvetronic throttle-less intake technology and aluminum/magnesium construction - core elements of BMW’s EfficientDynamics.
The 2011 BMW 135i Coupe and Convertible feature BMW’s newest, 3.0-liter inline-6 engine. Equipped with a single, twin-scroll turbocharger, High-pressure direct injection and BMW’s revolutionary Valvetronic throttle-less intake technology, the engine produces 300 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque.
BMW 3-Series
MSRP: $ 34600.00
Description:
Pros:
- Strong and smooth in-line six-cylinder engines
- Superb balance of handling and ride quality without compromise
- Always the benchmark by which other cars are compared
- Active and passive safety features
- Best value in its class
- Interior design is its weakest point
- Cost of options get expensive quickly
- Complicated iDrive system
Since debuting in the year 1975, more than 12 million customers worldwide have purchased a BMW 3 Series. BMW's goal for the 3 Series was to develop a compact and elegant body design, modern and efficient engines, a classic rear-wheel drive concept and a sporty suspension setup. The result was a maximum degree of driving dynamics and agility. In addition, BMW designed the high-performance sports sedan BMW M3.
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Verdict: If you love to drive aggressively, the 3 Series will reward you with an incredible engine and fantastic handling that gets better the harder you push it. What other car seats 4, rips 0-60 in around 5 seconds, and handles as if on rails for less than $50,000? Given that criteria, it is hard to beat. And if you like the concept of a “sleeper” that can out –run 90% of the cars out there, it’s very appealing. | |
BMW 5-Series
MSRP: $ 45050.00
Description:
Pros:
The 2011 BMW 5-Series is an all-new redesign. It is available as the six-cylinder 535i, or the V8-powered 550i, with an extensive array of options packages available for each. A hybrid model is expected, but may not arrive until the 2012 model year.
The 2011 528i features a new 240-hp 3.0-liter, inline-six engine mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission with Steptronic.
The 535i features a new 300-hp 3.0-liter, turbo, inline-six engine, with the choice of an eight-speed automatic or six-speed manual transmission.
The 5-Series Gran Turismo has a sloping fastback roofline and operates a dual-mode hatchback. You can open just the lower part (similar to a sedan's trunk lid) or you can lift the whole hatch upward. Fold down the split rear seats and there's 60 cubic feet of maximum cargo space, less than most compact crossovers but four times the trunk space of a 5 Series sedan. A choice between twin-turbo V8 and turbocharged inline-6 ensures plenty of performance, while optional all-wheel drive (xDrive) offers steady footing in inclement weather.
Debuting on the new 5-series, an optional Park Assistant system will steer the car into a parallel parking space.
Pros:
- Powerful turbocharged engines
- Superb balance of handling and ride quality without compromise
- Functional interior design using high-quality materials
- Generous number of standard and optional high-tech features
- Cost of options get expensive quickly
- Complicated iDrive system
The 2011 BMW 5-Series is an all-new redesign. It is available as the six-cylinder 535i, or the V8-powered 550i, with an extensive array of options packages available for each. A hybrid model is expected, but may not arrive until the 2012 model year.
The 2011 528i features a new 240-hp 3.0-liter, inline-six engine mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission with Steptronic.
The 535i features a new 300-hp 3.0-liter, turbo, inline-six engine, with the choice of an eight-speed automatic or six-speed manual transmission.
The 5-Series Gran Turismo has a sloping fastback roofline and operates a dual-mode hatchback. You can open just the lower part (similar to a sedan's trunk lid) or you can lift the whole hatch upward. Fold down the split rear seats and there's 60 cubic feet of maximum cargo space, less than most compact crossovers but four times the trunk space of a 5 Series sedan. A choice between twin-turbo V8 and turbocharged inline-6 ensures plenty of performance, while optional all-wheel drive (xDrive) offers steady footing in inclement weather.
Debuting on the new 5-series, an optional Park Assistant system will steer the car into a parallel parking space.
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BMW 6-Series
MSRP: $ 78450.00
Description:
The BMW 6 Series is a 2-door, 4-passenger luxury sports car, or convertible sports car, available in two trims, the 650i Coupe and the 650i Convertible.
The 650i Coupe is equipped with a standard 4.8-liter, V8, 360-horsepower engine that achieves 15-mpg in the city and 22-mpg on the highway. The 650i Convertible is equipped with a standard 4.8-liter, V8, 360-horsepower engine that achieves 14-mpg in the city and 21-mpg on the highway.
The BMW 6 Series is a 2-door, 4-passenger luxury sports car, or convertible sports car, available in two trims, the 650i Coupe and the 650i Convertible.
The 650i Coupe is equipped with a standard 4.8-liter, V8, 360-horsepower engine that achieves 15-mpg in the city and 22-mpg on the highway. The 650i Convertible is equipped with a standard 4.8-liter, V8, 360-horsepower engine that achieves 14-mpg in the city and 21-mpg on the highway.
BMW 7-Series
MSRP: $ 115000.00 - $ 78900.00
Description:
The BMW 7 Series is a 4-door, 5-passenger luxury sedan, available in 5 trims, ranging from the 750i Sedan to the 760Li Sedan.
The 750i Sedan is equipped with a standard 4.4-liter, V8, 400-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 15-mpg in the city and 22-mpg on the highway. The 760Li Sedan is equipped with a standard 6.0-liter, V12, 535-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 13-mpg in the city and 19-mpg on the highway.
The BMW 7 Series is a 4-door, 5-passenger luxury sedan, available in 5 trims, ranging from the 750i Sedan to the 760Li Sedan.
The 750i Sedan is equipped with a standard 4.4-liter, V8, 400-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 15-mpg in the city and 22-mpg on the highway. The 760Li Sedan is equipped with a standard 6.0-liter, V12, 535-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 13-mpg in the city and 19-mpg on the highway.
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