BMW 5 Series vs Toyota Camry Hybrid
Overview | |
Years produced1972-Present | Years produced2007-2024 |
MSRP$59,900 | MSRP$28,655 |
Average price$26,160 | Average price$21,475 |
Listings7612 | Listings2372 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews5.5 out of 10 |
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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, and this review is about the 540i xDrive model. Verdict: Putting BMW’s love-it-or-hate-it design aside, the 2026 540i xDrive 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 SummaryYou’d think that Toyota would celebrate the Camry’s 40th anniversary in the United States market with a special edition commemorating the milestone. Maybe that’s still to come. But for now, you’ll need to settle for a 2023 Toyota Camry Nightshade Edition sporting spiffy bronze wheels and a beautiful new paint color called Reservoir Blue. The Nightshade Edition is offered with SE trim and your choice between a standard or a hybrid powertrain. There aren’t any other changes to the 2023 Camry, for now. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine2.5L 208 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.04 kWh |
MPG City | MPG City51 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway53 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 208 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.04 kWh |
MPG City | MPG City51 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway53 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.4 cu ft | Cargo Space15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight4041 lbs | Curb Weight3480 lbs |
Height59.6 in | Height56.9 in |
Length199.2 in | Length192.1 in |
Width84.9 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase117.9 in | Wheelbase111.2 in |
Maximum Payload977 lbs | Maximum Payload925 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1972-Present | 2007-2024 |
MSRP | $59,900 | $28,655 |
Average price | $26,160 | $21,475 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 5.5 out of 10Read full review |
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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, and this review is about the 540i xDrive model. Verdict: Putting BMW’s love-it-or-hate-it design aside, the 2026 540i xDrive 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. | You’d think that Toyota would celebrate the Camry’s 40th anniversary in the United States market with a special edition commemorating the milestone. Maybe that’s still to come. But for now, you’ll need to settle for a 2023 Toyota Camry Nightshade Edition sporting spiffy bronze wheels and a beautiful new paint color called Reservoir Blue. The Nightshade Edition is offered with SE trim and your choice between a standard or a hybrid powertrain. There aren’t any other changes to the 2023 Camry, for now. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 208 hp I4 Hybrid | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.04 kWh | |
MPG City | 51 | |
MPG Highway | 53 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 2.5L 208 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.04 kWh | |
MPG City | 51 | |
MPG Highway | 53 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.4 cu ft | 15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4041 lbs | 3480 lbs |
Height | 59.6 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 199.2 in | 192.1 in |
Width | 84.9 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 111.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 977 lbs | 925 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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