2008 BMW 5 Series

Pros: power, comfort, speed, looks, etc.

Cons: Air coming out of aircon isn't very cold, iDrive can be cumbersome

The Bottom Line: If you're serious about speed and having a wonderful time driving, this is the car for you. This car is a BMW to the core.

Review: I bought a '08 535i near the beginning of production in May '07. Since I've had a few months with it, the initial excitement has largely worn off. Although I cannot yet comment on the service (I haven't had any experiences with that yet), the quality ...

Pros: Beautiful styling inside and out. Awesome power and handling

Cons: Phone compatibility

The Bottom Line: No sedan available drives like this car. How can you beat 100% free maintenance

Review: I have replaced my 2005 VW New Jetta with the 2008 BMW 535i. The Jetta was a terrific car, see my review, but I decided to get a bigger car and treat myself. I had three cars on my short list. The 535, the Audi A6, and the Mercedes CLS 550. My ...

Pros: Engine/accel, handling, seat comfort, quiet, NAV & electronics

Cons: Price, MPG (so-so), need snow tires for snowy winters, low clearance w/sport pkg

The Bottom Line: The best 4-dr sports sedan on the market. More emphasis on sport than luxury, but superb on both counts. Cutting edge technology & best seats you can find!

Review: I will be getting USA delivery of the 550i w/Sport Pkg in 2 weeks - but had 10 days of great driving around Europe. Context: Living in RI, I also am leasing an '07 328xi on which my wife and I have put over 14K miles in about 6 months. These are ...

Pros: looks,engine,suspension exclusivity

Cons: expensive, but nothing else compares to its driving dynamics

The Bottom Line: best midsize sedan driving dynamics, tested audi a6, merc e500,infiniti m45. None came close to this cars performance and fun factor.

Review: I went in to buy a 535 sport and walked out with a 550 sport. I thought since the performance according to all the reviews is about the same why not save the 9k difference right. Oh was I wrong. 1st I compared a ...

Pros: It's all about the ride -- nothing else even comes close.

Cons: Amp, speakers could be better; needs equalizer; clunky audio controls; iDrive, cup holders

The Bottom Line: Awesome car. Unbeatable ride.

Review: Basic 528i has 230 hp; 6-speed automatic makes great use of the power -- it feels like more hp than it actually has. "Sport Mode" is exactly that -- delayed shifting for strong acceleration. Otherwise, shifting is very smooth. Superb handling, ...

Pros: Best performance and handling in a non-M5 5, quietness, comfort, distinctive styling

Cons: Price, ride can by busy with Sport Package, controversial styling

The Bottom Line: The 550i is a magnificent sedan that does nearly everything very well. But the 535i is nearly as good, and costs much less.

Review: Though it seems like yesterday to some of us, BMW has been offering a V8 engine in its midsize 5-Series sedan for over a dozen years now. And from the 1994 model year through 2007, if you wanted a BMW sedan with American-style torque, the V8 was the way ...