BMW 5 Series vs Cadillac XTS
Overview | |
Years produced1972-Present | Years produced2013-2019 |
MSRP$60,500 | MSRP$46,795 |
Listings330 | Listings29 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryThe BMW 5 Series is one of three cars that prove the country known for Autobahns, the Nürburgring, and Oktoberfest builds the best luxury sedans on the planet. It competes with the Audi A6 and Mercedes-Benz E-Class, each taking a distinct approach to design but measuring up closely in other parameters. The 2026 5 Series is virtually unchanged, entering its third year following a 2024 redesign. Verdict: Putting BMW’s love-it-or-hate-it design aside, the 2026 5 Series is a sensational automobile offering the right blend of luxury, technology, and performance. Choose the M Sport setup for maximum driving enjoyment, or stick with the standard specification to emphasize luxury. Either way, the styling is the most controversial thing about the 5 Series. | |
Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine3.6L 304 hp V6 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm | Horsepower304 hp @ 6800 rpm |
MPG City28 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway21 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine Name3.6L 304 hp V6 |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque264 lb-ft @ 5300 rpm |
Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm | Horsepower304 hp @ 6800 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City28 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway21 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.4 cu ft | Cargo Space18.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight4041 lbs | Curb Weight4028 lbs |
Height59.6 in | Height59.4 in |
Length199.2 in | Length200.9 in |
Width84.9 in | Width72.9 in |
Wheelbase117.9 in | Wheelbase111.7 in |
Maximum Payload977 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1972-Present | 2013-2019 |
MSRP | $60,500 | $46,795 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | The BMW 5 Series is one of three cars that prove the country known for Autobahns, the Nürburgring, and Oktoberfest builds the best luxury sedans on the planet. It competes with the Audi A6 and Mercedes-Benz E-Class, each taking a distinct approach to design but measuring up closely in other parameters. The 2026 5 Series is virtually unchanged, entering its third year following a 2024 redesign. Verdict: Putting BMW’s love-it-or-hate-it design aside, the 2026 5 Series is a sensational automobile offering the right blend of luxury, technology, and performance. Choose the M Sport setup for maximum driving enjoyment, or stick with the standard specification to emphasize luxury. Either way, the styling is the most controversial thing about the 5 Series. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 3.6L 304 hp V6 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm | 304 hp @ 6800 rpm |
MPG City | 28 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 21 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 3.6L 304 hp V6 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 264 lb-ft @ 5300 rpm |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm | 304 hp @ 6800 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 28 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 21 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.4 cu ft | 18.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4041 lbs | 4028 lbs |
Height | 59.6 in | 59.4 in |
Length | 199.2 in | 200.9 in |
Width | 84.9 in | 72.9 in |
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 111.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 977 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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