From the December 1995 issue of Car and Driver. American and Japanese brands may lay claim to the latest and best-known crop of "executive expresses," but it was the Germans who carved out this niche.

BMW's venerable 5 Series executive sedan was introduced in its current, seventh generation in 2017, which means the time has arrived for a mid-cycle update. With such esteemed rivals as the ...

The 2024 Mercedes E-Class and BMW 5 Series go head-to-head in this luxury sedan comparison. We examine design, technology, comfort, and driving dynamics to see how these two German icons compete in a ...

The 2026 BMW 5 Series is one of the pillars of the midsize luxury sedan class, thanks to a wide range of talents and tech. Pricing starts at $61,075. Even if the 5 Series isn’t quite the benchmark of ...

The BMW 5 Series is a poised and refined luxury sedan, responsive and engaging to drive, with an upscale interior furnished with the latest tech features. With its 2024 redesign, BMW added the all ...

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View post: 2025 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2025 Nissan Sentra: Which One Is The Better Buy? Compared to the previous 5 Series, the updated model adds power, efficiency, space and a big tech upgrade. That ...

The 2025 BMW i5, the electric version of the 5-Series midsize luxury sedan, returns essentially unchanged for its second year on the market. The base price of $68,275, which includes a mandatory ...

The BMW 5 Series sedan is all-new for the 2025 model year, with a wild redesign, upgraded engines, more hybrid power options, and a new plug-in hybrid M5 top trim that’s the most powerful version of ...

Update: Since this preview was originally published in May, 2023, we bought and tested the BMW 5 Series. Read the complete BMW 5 road test. BMW introduced its new, larger 5 Series sedan this week, its ...

The refreshed 2025 BMW 3 Series is the latest iteration of the German luxury sport automaker’s iconic premium sedan. It is adored worldwide by driving enthusiasts who appreciate the added flexibility ...