Which is the best fast car for less than $70,000? For years it has been the Japanese all-wheel drives, but two contenders from Germany argue the toss The new BMW 3 Series Touring offers SUV-like cargo space with some of the best on-road dynamics in the business. The BMW X5 M50d combines sledgehammer diesel performance with small-car fuel efficiency. The more practical variant of BMW's trademark 3 Series is a convincing compact luxury wagon. Don't let the badging fool you, the BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is a seriously quick sports sedan that gives a token nod to the green movement. The styling is as awkward as the fact this 5 Series is actually a 7 Series hatchback. The surprise is, it's a good car... Fast and quiet, spacious and opulent, the BMW 550i clearly knows its business-executive role well... The facelifted BMW 7 Series is the latest shot in the relentless game of luxury-limousine one-upmanship. BMW introduces a mid-life update of the X1 range with new engines, an eight-speed auto and styling tweaks inside and out The 2013 BMW M6 coupe and convertible may not wear the badge of a supercar brand, but they certainly offer similar levels of performance.
It's the BMW M5 versus its rivals, the Jaguar XFR and Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG, as Germany and Britain battle to take over as chair-car of luxury performance sedans. Words: Jez Spinks. The BMW M3 is an intoxicating mix of V8 performance and brilliant handling. Great, rear-drive dynamics and a snarling, powerful six-cylinder engine. BMW becomes a force to be reckoned with in the hot-hatch segment. The BMW 335i Convertible drives as good as it looks but it has some stiff competition from key German rivals. It might be the entry-level drop top in BMW's extensive range but the 1 Series Convertible is a thoroughly accomplished package - roof up or roof down. The BMW 335i is still a class act but it faces increasing competition from quality rivals.Reviews
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