Chevrolet Impala vs BMW 5 Series
Overview | |
Years produced1958-1985 | Years produced1972-Present |
MSRP$27,060 | MSRP$59,900 |
Listings2947 | Listings8731 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryHas the world moved beyond the full-size family sedan? The answer might be yes. Considering that a Chevrolet Impala provides just a few inches of extra space here and a few cubic feet of additional trunk room there, but at a cost in terms of purchase price and fuel economy, it's hard to justify a big car’s existence. Yet, the Impala exists, and within its segment, it is absolutely worthy of consideration. | |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 196 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower196 hp @ 6300 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
MPG City22 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway35 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 196 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque186 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower196 hp @ 6300 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.8 cu ft | Cargo Space18.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight3730 lbs | Curb Weight4041 lbs |
Height58.9 in | Height59.6 in |
Length201.3 in | Length199.2 in |
Width84.2 in | Width84.9 in |
Wheelbase111.7 in | Wheelbase117.9 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload977 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1958-1985 | 1972-Present |
MSRP | $27,060 | $59,900 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.0 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Has the world moved beyond the full-size family sedan? The answer might be yes. Considering that a Chevrolet Impala provides just a few inches of extra space here and a few cubic feet of additional trunk room there, but at a cost in terms of purchase price and fuel economy, it's hard to justify a big car’s existence. Yet, the Impala exists, and within its segment, it is absolutely worthy of consideration. | 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. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 196 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 196 hp @ 6300 rpm | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
MPG City | 22 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 35 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 196 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 186 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 196 hp @ 6300 rpm | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 35 |
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 | 18.8 cu ft | 18.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3730 lbs | 4041 lbs |
Height | 58.9 in | 59.6 in |
Length | 201.3 in | 199.2 in |
Width | 84.2 in | 84.9 in |
Wheelbase | 111.7 in | 117.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 977 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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