BMW 5 Series vs Alfa Romeo Giulia
Overview | |
MSRP$54,200 | MSRP$43,340 |
Average price$27,825 | Average price$26,197 |
Listings9440 | Listings2178 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryBMW was once known for sports sedans, and the 5 Series was one of the most prolific of those sedans. Sitting between the 3 Series and 7 Series in size and price, previous generations of 5 Series were known for a balance of performance and luxury, with impeccable engineering throughout. Today, the BMW 5 Series is largely irrelevant. The 3 Series is now so big that there is less reason to upgrade, and most buyers are more interested in SUVs anyway. The competition—including the Audi A6, Jaguar XF, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and Volvo S90—has also gotten better. That doesn’t mean BMW has given up on the 5 Series. The current generation (codename G30) arrived for the 2017 model year, but it gets a midcycle refresh (or LCI, short for “Life Cycle Impulse,” in BMW speak) for 2021. Major updates include a 48-volt mild-hybrid system, a bigger infotainment touchscreen, and subtle styling changes. The 2021 BMW 5 Series is not like the 5 Series models of old. That may drive away hardcore car fans, but the 2021 model makes a strong case to new-car buyers, maintaining sportier-than-average driving dynamics, along with the tech and luxury features expected of a car in this segment. | |
Reviews SummaryVerdict: The Giulia is a genuine sports sedan. It's best appreciated by people who love to drive and crave the feelings that emerge when they turn the steering wheel of a perfectly tuned car. If wine is wine and cars are just a means to an end, you won't feel anything extra from an Alfa Romeo. In fact, you'll be turned off by the Giulia’s outdated tech and cramped interior. Objectively, it's not the smartest buy in the compact luxury class. Emotionally, the Giulia is a dynamite car that hides its flaws and puts the driver first. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 248 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 280 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower248 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower280 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 248 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 280 hp I4 |
Torque257 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque306 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower248 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower280 hp @ 5200 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.0 cu ft | Cargo Space13.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight3765 lbs | Curb Weight3522 lbs |
Height58.2 in | Height56.5 in |
Length195.8 in | Length182.8 in |
Width83.7 in | Width79.7 in |
Wheelbase117.1 in | Wheelbase111.0 in |
Maximum Payload800 lbs | Maximum Payload905 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $54,200 | $43,340 |
Average price | $27,825 | $26,197 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | BMW was once known for sports sedans, and the 5 Series was one of the most prolific of those sedans. Sitting between the 3 Series and 7 Series in size and price, previous generations of 5 Series were known for a balance of performance and luxury, with impeccable engineering throughout. Today, the BMW 5 Series is largely irrelevant. The 3 Series is now so big that there is less reason to upgrade, and most buyers are more interested in SUVs anyway. The competition—including the Audi A6, Jaguar XF, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and Volvo S90—has also gotten better. That doesn’t mean BMW has given up on the 5 Series. The current generation (codename G30) arrived for the 2017 model year, but it gets a midcycle refresh (or LCI, short for “Life Cycle Impulse,” in BMW speak) for 2021. Major updates include a 48-volt mild-hybrid system, a bigger infotainment touchscreen, and subtle styling changes. The 2021 BMW 5 Series is not like the 5 Series models of old. That may drive away hardcore car fans, but the 2021 model makes a strong case to new-car buyers, maintaining sportier-than-average driving dynamics, along with the tech and luxury features expected of a car in this segment. | Verdict: The Giulia is a genuine sports sedan. It's best appreciated by people who love to drive and crave the feelings that emerge when they turn the steering wheel of a perfectly tuned car. If wine is wine and cars are just a means to an end, you won't feel anything extra from an Alfa Romeo. In fact, you'll be turned off by the Giulia’s outdated tech and cramped interior. Objectively, it's not the smartest buy in the compact luxury class. Emotionally, the Giulia is a dynamite car that hides its flaws and puts the driver first. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 248 hp I4 | 2.0L 280 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 248 hp @ 5200 rpm | 280 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 248 hp I4 | 2.0L 280 hp I4 |
Torque | 257 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | 306 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower | 248 hp @ 5200 rpm | 280 hp @ 5200 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.0 cu ft | 13.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3765 lbs | 3522 lbs |
Height | 58.2 in | 56.5 in |
Length | 195.8 in | 182.8 in |
Width | 83.7 in | 79.7 in |
Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 111.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 800 lbs | 905 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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