Honda Accord vs BMW 5 Series
Overview | |
MSRP$27,295 | MSRP$54,200 |
Average price$19,208 | Average price$27,836 |
Listings9334 | Listings9508 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryIt’s true the 2023 Honda Accord doesn’t have all-wheel drive, a third-row seat, a big cargo area you can pack to the roof, or styling that suggests you live an adventurous lifestyle. If you want those things, spend thousands of dollars more for the Honda Pilot, which is less dynamic to drive and more expensive to own and operate. But, if you don’t need (or want) those things, consider the 11th generation 2023 Accord, which remains an excellent, if comparatively expensive, example of the traditional four-door family car. | |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 192 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 248 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower192 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower248 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City29 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 192 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 248 hp I4 |
Torque192 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | Torque257 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower192 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower248 hp @ 5200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City29 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway33 |
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 Space16.7 cu ft | Cargo Space14.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3239 lbs | Curb Weight3765 lbs |
Height57.1 in | Height58.2 in |
Length195.7 in | Length195.8 in |
Width73.3 in | Width83.7 in |
Wheelbase111.4 in | Wheelbase117.1 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload800 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $27,295 | $54,200 |
Average price | $19,208 | $27,836 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | It’s true the 2023 Honda Accord doesn’t have all-wheel drive, a third-row seat, a big cargo area you can pack to the roof, or styling that suggests you live an adventurous lifestyle. If you want those things, spend thousands of dollars more for the Honda Pilot, which is less dynamic to drive and more expensive to own and operate. But, if you don’t need (or want) those things, consider the 11th generation 2023 Accord, which remains an excellent, if comparatively expensive, example of the traditional four-door family car. | 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. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 192 hp I4 | 2.0L 248 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 192 hp @ 6000 rpm | 248 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City | 29 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 192 hp I4 | 2.0L 248 hp I4 |
Torque | 192 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | 257 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 192 hp @ 6000 rpm | 248 hp @ 5200 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 29 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 33 |
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 | 16.7 cu ft | 14.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3239 lbs | 3765 lbs |
Height | 57.1 in | 58.2 in |
Length | 195.7 in | 195.8 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 83.7 in |
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 117.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 800 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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