None of the reviewers are mentioning that you can fit three child seats on the rear bench... this makes this car a desirable alternative to a people carrier - if like me you have 3 sprogs... More cars like this please!!!
Why every reviewer claims that it looks just like the previous model is beyond me. It looks a lot more like a 7 series or a 3 series than it looks like the F10...The F10 looks bigger and more stately, the G30 looks sporty and nimble in comparison. Must be me...
The under floor storage is a great inclusion, especially with the gas strut holding it open as is the split tailgate. It would be great if they also had storage space for a laptop or 12.9 inch iPad in the front compartment, it certainly won’t fit in the glove box and unlikely to fit in the armrest I would think. It would be ideal if you could slot a 15inch laptop into the side of the central drivers armrest.
I have commented on this a few times under their videos. They use these shitty filters and it is very annoying, as it changes the car colors and you can't really see the real ones. This is not Instagram!
Both the display key and gesture control are optional. There isn't much point moaning about an optional extra you don't have to pay for if you don't want it. Just don't select either. Problem solved.
Sir_J these road testers use the highest manufacturer figure to compare to their mixed driving, acceleration tests etc and then claim the car doesn't get close to the claimed figure. My 320D can get up to 62mpg (uk), on the highway, which is very close to the claimed figure. Some owners of 335D xdrive models, which have over 300hp and are obviously AWD claim to get in excess of 55mpg (highway) in ecopro mode. This 520D will get 60+mpg cruising on the highway in eco pro mode.
do things like mechanical interior trim pieces degrade over time or something? my dad's 5 series seems to have the same rear seat storage and cup holders, but are the creakiest cheapest feeling things on earth.
It's a shame they don't sell it in the UK, nice looking car. I'm sure a European channel will have done a review, though :) maybe try Autogefühl's channel.
This is by far my favourite interior colour scheme and wood finish, but you would really want to make sure your dog couldn’t get out/squeeze through from the luggage/boot area, that cream/ivory colour would not be compatible with muddy paws. 😱
The sensor to raise the volume is in the screen, so you have to make the movement in front of the screen and you will see that it isn´t slow to respond!!!! You just don´t know how to use the system
Why no reviews of the 5 series touring ever talk about what to expect if 'upgrading' from a 3 series touring. I'm thinking about switching from a 330d touring for the increase in size luxury etc but what's the difference in driving experience?
I like James. Some of the abuse on here is unreal - people need to chill out. He's informative and goes into just the right amount of detail. But... those yellow socks (there they are again!) are distracting! No socks with boat shoes, Mr Batchelor!
I don't agree with this opinion at all, touring cars always seem to appear bulky and ugly to me, they can't ever match the overall package of a Gran Coupe. I feel the 3 series GT however is the best value compromise, not too bad looking but overall the most underrated car ever
I really dislike the way the German manufacturers have taken to making their infotainment screens look like third party after market add ons. The opening shot from the side makes the screen look like it's a cheap tablet attached to the dash as an after thought. Why can't they just build them in to the dash itself??
It annoys me when these car journalists say ‘you can just about fit 3 people in the back’ there’s loads of room, I can cram 3 people in the back of my 2005 clio and not hear a complaint. Grow a pair and stop being so Tory
The Anonymous that's one of the reasons, others include more low end torque, ideal for those who do a lot of motorway journeys and according to my dad, uncle and cousin cheaper to run and tax
What a nonsensical starter line... Station wagons are not coming back, SUV's are not a fashion that is blowing over. SUv's is the new standard for cars, get used to it.
Haha, actually they teach you to sit closer in every bmw driver training. Because you have more control over the steering wheel. It‘s also more relaxing to drive because you don‘t need to bend forward. They teached us, that your handwrist should rest on the top of the steeringwheel, while your shoulders are on the seat and not stretched forward...
Mat Watson! Mat Watson! Mat Watson!!! Hmmm, I thought if you say his name three times, James would turn into a (even smaller) mouse and Mat would come back. Anywho, off to Carwow!
Boring car, no hybrid, old Boring car that hasn't changed... Jeez BMW why do u need to be so old school, being 50 years after everything else (gonna get hate). Please clean up the dashboard! I mean look at the full car, do you feel a difference? No, not much. What about inside? no.
said by a man owning a tesla... Seriously, tesla is the 'apple' of the motor industries and there interior lack premium quality if you'd ask me, just too little for too much money. Just not a fan of electric driving, but i leave that in the middle. It's just tesla takes the driving away from you, now that is boring to me.
Jan Akkermans No, i dont say that bmw makes bad cars, but there is stuff to improve (and they could have done a better design, because its the same design as before... Which is now boring), but its the same with a Tesla lots to improve, like the quality you said. Autopilot is a helpful hand on longer trips, i dont use it on a hour drive for example or on country roads, and yes all have opinions about Tesla and I agree with you that its a computer on the road and its not the most "exciting" thing in the world. But it has a good interior with fine quality
Just got a 2018 520d touring and its freaking great. I had the older F11 model and i was so happy with it i just upgrade the model.
None of the reviewers are mentioning that you can fit three child seats on the rear bench... this makes this car a desirable alternative to a people carrier - if like me you have 3 sprogs... More cars like this please!!!
This was helpful for me to choose bmw over volvo which my wife was leaning towards
Why every reviewer claims that it looks just like the previous model is beyond me. It looks a lot more like a 7 series or a 3 series than it looks like the F10...The F10 looks bigger and more stately, the G30 looks sporty and nimble in comparison. Must be me...
The under floor storage is a great inclusion, especially with the gas strut holding it open as is the split tailgate. It would be great if they also had storage space for a laptop or 12.9 inch iPad in the front compartment, it certainly won’t fit in the glove box and unlikely to fit in the armrest I would think. It would be ideal if you could slot a 15inch laptop into the side of the central drivers armrest.
Remember when car journalists used to slag off idrive as being to complicated, when it first came out. Now it's amazing lol
They have improved every generation so yeah, it makes sense after 15 years that even the journalists like it.
Should also mention the M Sport comes with superb sports seats which the SE doesn't have.
Love station wagons, more than SUVs
Looks to me like the colour grading is off on this video? What's up with the flat colour profile?
Nick Davies It's just an effect
I have commented on this a few times under their videos. They use these shitty filters and it is very annoying, as it changes the car colors and you can't really see the real ones.
This is not Instagram!
''Getting your leg over is a bit difficult " oi oi James!
hahahahaha
he said sitting close to the wheel in his reviews gives him better control and a better impression of how the car drives
I would go for the BMW 530d xDrive M Sport Touring with Sport automatic transmission.
Both the display key and gesture control are optional. There isn't much point moaning about an optional extra you don't have to pay for if you don't want it. Just don't select either. Problem solved.
stubones Still has to let people to not get tempted
Great Review! Keep doing what you're doing James :)
You say BMW claim 65mpg on the 520d... I'm sorry but in my country BMW claim a mixed mpg of 52. What figures are you talking about??? Highway only or?
Sir_J American gallons are smaller than U.K. Gallons (3.8 ltrs vs 4.5)
Sir_J these road testers use the highest manufacturer figure to compare to their mixed driving, acceleration tests etc and then claim the car doesn't get close to the claimed figure. My 320D can get up to 62mpg (uk), on the highway, which is very close to the claimed figure. Some owners of 335D xdrive models, which have over 300hp and are obviously AWD claim to get in excess of 55mpg (highway) in ecopro mode. This 520D will get 60+mpg cruising on the highway in eco pro mode.
Lonzarelli got it, thx dude. Still not 65 but better at least 👍
great review james... btw, would you pls make a review about the skoda rapid spaceback ?
do things like mechanical interior trim pieces degrade over time or something? my dad's 5 series seems to have the same rear seat storage and cup holders, but are the creakiest cheapest feeling things on earth.
what year is your dad's bmw?
yes they do, ive seen lots of f10 where the door switches,stop start button...theyve become white...the symbols have completely rubbed off
Nice video and agreed less is more, so many gimmicky options nowadays which cost more. Keep it simple.
James Batchelor & Beautiful Ginny Buckley car video's we're always superb on carbuyer.
I like his reviews .
I look forward to more videos
Awesome video
Please can you do a review on the 2017 Renault Clio Sport Tourer. Thank you for the always informative videos
Mayhendra Chetty Clio Sport Tourer isn't available in the UK so don't pin your hopes on it 😊
CJ P Thanks😊. Was curious as to how good the Clio ST was.
It's a shame they don't sell it in the UK, nice looking car. I'm sure a European channel will have done a review, though :) maybe try Autogefühl's channel.
CJ P will do mate. Thanks alot!
This is by far my favourite interior colour scheme and wood finish, but you would really want to make sure your dog couldn’t get out/squeeze through from the luggage/boot area, that cream/ivory colour would not be compatible with muddy paws. 😱
The new BMW x3 has been revealed and its a stunner
Ali RS New X3 is ugly as fuck
It is basically the result of a mad night between a 1 series, an X1 and an X5. And god it looks awful.
He mentions a 525d which they don't do in that engine now
My second 530 xd.
He reminds me of Quentin Willson.
Couldn't agree more. Gesture control is really dumb. Glad someone said it at last...
Great Video Review. The BMW 5 Series Touring Is my Large Estate Car and Company Car Driver's will like It as well
The sensor to raise the volume is in the screen, so you have to make the movement in front of the screen and you will see that it isn´t slow to respond!!!! You just don´t know how to use the system
Why no reviews of the 5 series touring ever talk about what to expect if 'upgrading' from a 3 series touring. I'm thinking about switching from a 330d touring for the increase in size luxury etc but what's the difference in driving experience?
Did you switch dude and if so what's the answer to your question lol
BMW's need a big revamp.. they haven't changed much in the last 10 years, that goes for Mercs too.
Is it me or do you close your eyes and hear Quentin Wilson?
I like James. Some of the abuse on here is unreal - people need to chill out. He's informative and goes into just the right amount of detail.
But... those yellow socks (there they are again!) are distracting! No socks with boat shoes, Mr Batchelor!
Rich Andrew McKay you have no likes sir.
consolence s I'm not here for likes, sir.
consolence s You wanna have a serious think about what you say to people online. Reported.
Rich Andrew McKay cool
make a review of land cruiser (V8) 2018
why do they keep making the gear selector so big there is no reason for it to be that big
I think Audi system has a same ease of use.
love this car
Like an older version of Will from the inbetweeners!!
I don't agree with this opinion at all, touring cars always seem to appear bulky and ugly to me, they can't ever match the overall package of a Gran Coupe.
I feel the 3 series GT however is the best value compromise, not too bad looking but overall the most underrated car ever
OMG you guys sponsor renault now???? just saw the Van review smh
I really dislike the way the German manufacturers have taken to making their infotainment screens look like third party after market add ons.
The opening shot from the side makes the screen look like it's a cheap tablet attached to the dash as an after thought.
Why can't they just build them in to the dash itself??
Shame about the drivers side pocket draw being flimsy, that’s one of the best places to put your wallet.
It annoys me when these car journalists say ‘you can just about fit 3 people in the back’ there’s loads of room, I can cram 3 people in the back of my 2005 clio and not hear a complaint. Grow a pair and stop being so Tory
I wish you should've shown the boot with the rear seats folded. sigh !
And 2 years later suvs are still in fashion and noone buys estates
Enjoy the far worse fuel consumption, wind noise and topply handling on your SUV :)
Jimmy Carr has lost weight...
Why do brits love diesels on passenger cars so much? Surely it's not just because of running costs and fuel consumption, is it?
The Anonymous that's one of the reasons, others include more low end torque, ideal for those who do a lot of motorway journeys and according to my dad, uncle and cousin cheaper to run and tax
The Anonymous I hate diesels with a passion lol.
is it just me or is there a kinda weird filter on this video?
What a nonsensical starter line... Station wagons are not coming back, SUV's are not a fashion that is blowing over. SUv's is the new standard for cars, get used to it.
Why didn't you mention A6 Avant? Not like Volvo sells more than A6...
Get your facts right. Volvo is selling like crazy. And Volvo definitly deserved to be mentioned among these cars, that's how good they've become.
Bmw Has Done A Great Job But It is Not As Good as The Mercedes E Class Estate ......
Mercedes Rocks
Why Do You Write Like This?
do you drink a lot ?
Quentin Wilsons son?
I prefer the 3 GT looks more sporty in M lines this in M lines looks also ugly
STOP SITTING SO CLOSE TO THE WHEEL
Why?
Dražen Vida thats how old 1m tall grannies sit. it makes sudden maneuvers more difficult
Dražen Vida its actually dangerous..
Cameras you idiots.
Haha, actually they teach you to sit closer in every bmw driver training. Because you have more control over the steering wheel. It‘s also more relaxing to drive because you don‘t need to bend forward. They teached us, that your handwrist should rest on the top of the steeringwheel, while your shoulders are on the seat and not stretched forward...
Hi
They sadly haven't came back in a big way... also bmw have gotten. Ehhhhh with design
Che bazza!
GOOD, i LIKE IT, CAN YOU HELP ME?
Great car and great review, even though James is incredibly irritating.
Mat Watson! Mat Watson! Mat Watson!!! Hmmm, I thought if you say his name three times, James would turn into a (even smaller) mouse and Mat would come back. Anywho, off to Carwow!
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you just dont put kids in a car that nice
Why would you buy this over an E class ?
Its cheap because you drive on the wrong side of the street.
You'd need your head read to pick a white interior. It's 🤮🤮🤮 Resale value wouldn't be flash either I'd say.
Ok, how rude do I need to be to get onto twitter ?
I'll need to mention: Trouser colour, definitely the shoes, hair 'style', voice, no doubt sexual orientation... anything else ?
seriously the color of these reviews is flat and boring, not pleasant to the eye. Liven it up a bit it will do magic!
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well fashion it goes in and out of fashion...AKWARD lol!!!!
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wannabe mat
2nd.
129th
Nice inside ugly outside.
Snowpeak74 How!
Get Mat back.....
This guy is so cringy and uncomfortable
Boring car, no hybrid, old Boring car that hasn't changed... Jeez BMW why do u need to be so old school, being 50 years after everything else (gonna get hate). Please clean up the dashboard! I mean look at the full car, do you feel a difference? No, not much. What about inside? no.
said by a man owning a tesla... Seriously, tesla is the 'apple' of the motor industries and there interior lack premium quality if you'd ask me, just too little for too much money. Just not a fan of electric driving, but i leave that in the middle. It's just tesla takes the driving away from you, now that is boring to me.
Love Richardson and you think you're doing the planet a favour by driving your glorified washing machine? Get over yourself man.
Lukas Thylin oh, I see, I'll check it
Jan Akkermans No, i dont say that bmw makes bad cars, but there is stuff to improve (and they could have done a better design, because its the same design as before... Which is now boring), but its the same with a Tesla lots to improve, like the quality you said. Autopilot is a helpful hand on longer trips, i dont use it on a hour drive for example or on country roads, and yes all have opinions about Tesla and I agree with you that its a computer on the road and its not the most "exciting" thing in the world. But it has a good interior with fine quality
Florian Vanderbeke Take my latest reply to Jan Akkermans, read it carefully
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