2009 BMW 535i xDrive Sports Wagon Video Review

[MeissnerFlux]

yea the driving experience of a BMW is a unique pleasure. The video basically only talks about things you can get in any other car, like nice interior, etc. Yes, we know it has a strong engine. Speed alone does not impress me. The reviewer of cars.com does not seem to be a driving enthusiast. THe focus should be on driving characteristics, on handling, steering feel, ride quality, balance dynamics, etc. . Everything else is merely icing on the cake.

[MegaBlackberryuser]

What is this guy talking about sayin BMW stole hondas design wtf r u talking bout BMW had that body style since 2004 Honda got that design in 08

[brucec43]

When paying this much for a wagon, they're doing it for the blend of luxury and PERFORMANCE. So you really need to include more about the driving experience. You spent more time on the idrive than you did how the thing drives. Disappointed.

[MichiganShihTzu]

I own a 2010 535i xDrive Sports Wagon. The iDrive software on the 2010 5 series with navigation has been updated to the latest version and is now much easier to use. The standard seats are very comfortable for most drivers. The performance is rated at 0 to 60 mph in 5.8 seconds. Handling is close to that of the sedan. BMW offers a 2010 value package and is offering a dealer incentive of $6000 which make the actual price much more competitive with the Audi A6.

[jrr21742]

$74K and no rear seat entertainment system? What's up with that?  I'll stick with my Volvo Wagon

[cowdesigner]

on ur final slide, u wrote regular fuel. r u sure? every BMW i've seen uses premium fuel.

[bg1379]

A mistake with the fuel type??

[markjwil]

BMW and Audi sportwagons are nice, but people who buy wagons are not driven by performance. Their main concern is practicality as to why the Volvo XC70 makes more sense to buy if you are looking for a great practical luxury wagon for a reasonable price. The Volvo XC70 T6 would be my choice.

[vichercules]

What??????

I have an Audi sport wagon because I get utility along with a great drive. Don't lump all of us into your boring minivan life style.

[markjwil]

Boring minivan lifestyle? You're funny. If you want to stir the pot....fine. Your Audi cannot be taken off road and it's not as roomy or powerful. To also let you know, the Volvo XC70 far outsells the A4 and A6 Avant's COMBINED!!!!! I guess there are alot of "boring minivan" types out there....lol.

[thetownsober]

Not to mention Audi has more rear legroom and trunk space, plus both have bi-xenons. Volvo doesn't. They're a requirement period.

[bobokkirill]

BMW BEST

[KOPAU1624]

BMW sucks. It so copied the 2009 Honda Accord styling

[alexandrikson]

LOL

don't you mean honda copied bmw?

The e60 has been around since 03 buddy.

[TheVtieg6]

KOPAU1624

Are you talking about this 5 series?

[lovinitson]

shut the **** up

[feathers93]

you know bmw had this styling before the honda accord.

so really you could say honda coppied

[rayj778]

BMW is the best!!!!!!!!

[brandondelpozo]

This is, quite simply, the best car ever made. Better than any sport sedan because it is a wagon, and better than any SUV because it handles like a sport sedan. The performance is jaw-dropping, and the quality is unparalleled. This is my third BMW, and between all of them I have been to the shop twice for repairs. As for the Audi, who are we kidding? I owned two Volkswagens when I was younger, and thet were horrible. I will never own a VW again, which explains why I'll never own an Audi.

[osity]

Leather interior is an illusion. Hot in the summer and cold in the winter. Not a luxury at all but a useless cruel option.

[supremewhip]

If I win a 120 million dollar lotto and breed little people, I might get one. Unfortunately, I'm not going to have 55,000 to blow on a freaking soccer mom wagon.

[bamac2008]

74,000$ r u mad!!!?

[frznman]

this car has a twin turbo engine and therefore requires premium fuel, not regular as stated

[skbuoy]

big fan of BMW, but not this model. $74k or less could get me an M3, X6, X5, and even perhaps 6 and 7 series. Or why not opt for the 3-series wagon? Way cheaper!

[igotwhips]

Isn't a x5 about the same in price and much cooler?

[harisahmed90]

yeah i dont see a point for this thing being priced at 55000..

i rather have a BMW X5 535D $51000

[sgtcht92]

Frankly, I would much rather the 535i xDrive over the X5. Although, I'd really go for the XC70, as the 535i is lacking in any off road ability (as is the X5 for that matter).

[brianhuh2]

I like Dave with no glasses.

[raykrislianggi]

Not up to date model......

Audi has more style and exclusive than BMW.

[justinhairystud]

How can you say Audi is more exclusive? that is a joke I owned a new audi and it was always in the f'ing shop - it's a volkswagen for christ sake

BMW is way better than crappy Audi and BMW's don't lose their value like other cars..

[thetownsober]

You obviously haven't read about BMW transmission failures, and failure of the OUTDATED 5 series side impact crash tests. And have you ever owned a BMW to say yours wasn't in "the shop" like an Audi?

[GreenFighter]

you're right, my co-worker was hit by another car on the right side and the side airbags didn't even go off.

[Karnage542]

With the way times are now youd think car companys would make cheaper cars i mean 70k geezs

[tomhuu2]

over 70k, ill take an step up the luxury level, lexus LS, even though its no wagon

[sainifabulous]

same here just about to comment the same thing lol

[YEE941]

terrific...

[igeekone]

Audi is much better. Less money for more luxury and better styling.

[carfreak8394]

For $14,000, I would probably get the A6 and buy a Fit for when the children grow up. Lol. But I like Dave Thomas as a reviewer; much better than Mike Hanley and about tied with Joe Wiesenfelder.

[dimitar4e96]

the car is for rich people

[Carscom]

Thanks for the kudos. We're not natural TV personalities so we all try very hard to make these videos useful for buyers.

[rig48]

ugly...

[irishheather07]

Audi

all the way!

[ZankDigiTrash]

I think i would prefer to have 2 cars instead for this price!!!!

[PorscheCayenneLover]

I think the XC70 is WAY better than the 530i! The price is insane! Instead of a wagon, I'd save $7000 for a fully loaded Acura MDX.

[quatlen]

i would do the same, although overall BMW is a better car company but maybe not if you factor in the price tag.

[RussianCoolAnton]

why not just friken buy an suv?

[bg1379]

I would much, much rather have an A6.

[ppbbs88]

still ugly

[FLOCKAIRpilots]

i like the cts wagon better

[chromebomb]

meee too

its too bad they dont make a cts-v wagon

[bg1379]

That doesn't exist yet . . .

[BlackTransAmdude]

wow 55,000? quite a hefty price

[quincy965]

nice

[VIDEOPIMPZ]

nice