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carwow After seeing Matt standing on the doors and sitting on the roof of the car, it is pretty unlikely BMW will ever lend him a car to review again...
That sucks, I mean we don't have a proper supercar (i8 does not count as a supercar, it doesn't). We don't have an RS6-esque model in our lineup. If you want a fast touring, you are left to leave BMW and go to Merc or Audi.
I think it's based on what sells. For example, When BMW launched the E61 M5 Touring in 2007,they only managed to sell 1,056 of them - and that's just worldwide. And BMW also realised that there just wasn't a strong enough business case for a lightning fast, load lugging BMW.
What is it with car reviewers and interiors? If there's loads of buttons, they say it looks "confusing". So BMW remove 90% of the buttons and now they say "It looks bland!"
Yeah mostly because it still manages to compete even though it's the last generation. Last generation mercs E and bmw 5's were garbage in comparison to the A6. Wait till Audi launches the new A6 and it's gonna be the same thing all over again
I just love the 5 series wagon trunk, already on the e61 they had all those smart features and also some cargo dividers that are just genius... And my favorite thing, the opening hatch that can open independent from the trunk door
Altough I love Mat's reviews, I must admit that he is very harsh with the cars. Not verbally but physically. He pulls and pushes and turns every button, door, handle or whatever very aggressively as if he owned the car for 5 years. Don't know if he notices it, but when he started opening these storage compartments on the BMW I expected them to fall off
Thomas Frank if you watch his reviews he never has any respect for the vehicles or an ounce of mechanical sympathy. I think it’s a “size” thing and he likes to dominate. Anyone who finds the M steering wheel too thick has wussies hands !
I’ve just bought a 68 plate one of these. Probably the favourite car I’ve purchased in 20 years, all the car you’ll ever need. Alongside my Alfa 156 that obviously blew up.
Just wanted to say it's awesome that you don't saddle us subscribers with every single video, like the infotainment ones that less people are interested in. Love the reviews, keep them up !
The saloon car looks like a Kia from the side and an autistic jumbled up BMW from the back. I don't think that they should have taken the 7 series crap front...
Well design is always a question of taste. I personally love the design and think that it's decent step towards the correct direction. On the other hand, I like the design of the new mercs but they just look too similiar to each other. It's hard to differentiate between an S or an E class for example.
Rankon i agree that mercs look too similar to each other between its current classes, but at least they don't look the same between both classes and different generations like bmw and audi.
I'm not loving all of BMWs design language right now, but that's a good looking estate. And those wheels are so cool. If they did the 550m in estate trim that would be incredible
I think it is extremely important to include the price of the car featured in the video. These videos are very nice but can be frustrating being told that the prices start from £38k whilst the car featured costs more like £50-60k perhaps?
A positive bmw feature missed here are the auto adaptive LED Headlights. They are incredible in terms of maximising night visibility safely. Consider doing a group night drive test for those very high/ low hemisphere country's where we have VERY long winter nights.
Matt I love ur vids but on the digital display the "plastic curves "are not plastic , it's steal And I actually love that design in stead of a full display because it's not a standard car anymore
leo r and the new one will be flawed to begin with because they'll likely stick with the same engine layout and poor dynamics. Still, it will look the best inside and out and that counts for a lot.
He didn't show that threre is space for rhe boot cover snd net in the underfloor storage. So you dont hsve to leave them propped up in the garage (like in other cars) you can stow them in the car along with all your gear.
Wait two of the cons are not really cons. The fat steering wheel is one of the best if not the best feeling steering wheel in the business, and the trim around the dials looks amazing. Gives the car a unique look compared to just an LCD panel in front of you.
I had an Audi A8. No Android!! Loaded, heated and cooled, best massage back seats. No AUX JACK!! "We, Audi, made a deal with Apple.. " Thanks for your honesty. Back to the S Class.. Not as good in the Massage dept, 2012, but everything else was great.
thats because merc people just like shouty and unnecessary things. the bmw has a better ergonomic interior and a far better and simpeler infotaiment system!
The luggage area arrangements are pretty similar to what I had in a 2012 Mazda6 Estate. The moveable net arrangement is nearly identical. Difference with this car is that road noise doesn't tear off your ears like happens in the Mazda. If you've the money, buy the BMW.
You sure introduced a good way to spike comment numbers, Matt. Half of the comments below aren't even about the car but about the iOS - android debate.
Instead of Android Auto, BMW is focusing on A2A (Apps for Auto), which is part of the company’s ConnectedDrive platform. That allows apps to integrate deeply (and safely) with the car and, because it provides a stable developer interface, it allows the company to innovate faster. That’s mostly because it allows his group to work on its part of the in-car technology stack without having to stick to the slower innovation cycle that dominates the actual hardware part of the car business.
All these cars, A6, E class, 5 series in estate form are pretty amazing. Why would you really need an SUV unless you go off road. These are all £10K cheaper.... or more.
can you stick your phone on the drivers window with a noise meter app displaying so we get an objective reading for in-car noise? Otherwise, really excellent reviews as usual *****
Just seen one of these at Available Car and now I don’t want anything else. It was superb. When my Tiguan is due to be returned I’m having one of these. Trouble is I like my options ticked and this has many many option for many many pounds. But I’d be happy with adaptive LED lights and suspension
Dear Mat, reviewers never seem to mention weight when discussing model options. For example, according to BMW, the 520D weighs around 135 KG less than the 530D XDrive version. That's a bit like lugging the equivalent of your wife and kids around everywhere for the benefit of the options. In other models the weight penalty is even worse. Also, should heavy, wide cars be taxed as such and forget about the dodgy fuel/emissions tests?
I find your reviews enjoyable, in fact so much that i nowadays watch them as soon as they come out no matter what car it is about, (off course i like your Volvo reviews a liiitle more) ....good job! Greeting from Sweden...
So what is the best touring (Kombi) on the market today? (or tomorrow) . I have the E61 535d touring and in terms of comparison its still on a par or better than the majority of new tourers available today, and much cheaper. Though it is far from perfect in terms of design, it has its flaws but we forgive it, we love it! Fun fact - Our 12 year old diesel estate is a 170mph car. Thats right, it hits its limit of 155mph in 5th gear. Its now on 255k kms and it is still going strong, no rust and pulls like a train. PS 0-100kmph is 6.x seconds standard and if you can take off in 2nd gear it does it in the 5s.
I wish we could have this in the U.S.! Nice job triggering Apple fanboys, then having an Apple laptop. Also, the phone pic was an E34 M5 estate! What was that about chucking estates on the back roads... Great video.
I had a 2012 Mazda6 with similar luggage space and net arrangements. Good car, the Mazda, but out of warranty not so good at all. Things go wrong and they're no cheap to put right.
If it's not the best premium estate car you can buy, what is? The BMW is better than both the E Class and the A6, so I'm flummoxed as to what he is referring to.
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carwow wich sound system is in this bmw
Rc Guy
Probably the most expensive that you can upgrade
carwow After seeing Matt standing on the doors and sitting on the roof of the car, it is pretty unlikely BMW will ever lend him a car to review again...
@@NZO_BE I think it's Harmon Kardon
Enzo Dean
The Harman Kardon is the most expensive upgrade possible but I don’t this car had this top upgrade.
I still love that BMW is using knobs for ac and other things. Honestly when driving is so much better than touch screens. Good review guys.
Not anymore
@dwade3202 yep. Not any more. Luckily I bought 7 series 2021 hahah
Did I missed the part where you come back to underfloor storage compartment in the boot?
Vaidas Kurmauskas ooooh yeah!
I was about to say that
Exactly. And no answer to this point. Shame.
Practicality video
Vaidas Kurmauskas 100th like
the amount of time and engineering gone into that car is astonishing, it's really incredible
Why is BMW not interested in putting an M5 engine in this, with an aggressive body kit?
Itumeleng Setilo because a touring and an m5 are for different purposes
That sucks, I mean we don't have a proper supercar (i8 does not count as a supercar, it doesn't). We don't have an RS6-esque model in our lineup. If you want a fast touring, you are left to leave BMW and go to Merc or Audi.
BMW ALPINA B5 ;)
Itumeleng Setilo because it won't be better than the RS6
I think it's based on what sells. For example, When BMW launched the E61 M5 Touring in 2007,they only managed to sell 1,056 of them - and that's just worldwide.
And BMW also realised that there just wasn't a strong enough business case for a lightning fast, load lugging BMW.
The Net is actually designed to keep cargo from coming into the passenger cabin in a crash. Really smart safety feature
Paul Dyer I actually thought it was to keep my pet away from trespassing into the cabin.
Ialready had it in my E91 from 2007
Also had the same feature on an old 2000 330d, comes in handy for sure. I'd be disappointed if any touring newer than that didn't have it
Those 3D rims on the dials makes them special and unique. I like those. Fully flat screen is just dull.
What is it with car reviewers and interiors?
If there's loads of buttons, they say it looks "confusing".
So BMW remove 90% of the buttons and now they say "It looks bland!"
The Zanzibarbarian i guess it’s rather about the design than the amount of buttons. The e class looks a bit more posh, which I don’t really like
r u kidding me? r u that blind? its obviously for the entertainment man hahaha chill! and bmw would have not lend them the car durh
They seem to be never happy.
E class estate vs 5 series touring vs A6 avant
there is no place for audi between merc and bimmer
VLAD THE IMPALER rubbish
Yeah mostly because it still manages to compete even though it's the last generation. Last generation mercs E and bmw 5's were garbage in comparison to the A6. Wait till Audi launches the new A6 and it's gonna be the same thing all over again
VLAD THE IMPALER I know it's not that premium but it's really up there, especially the interior
VLAD THE IMPALER I actually prefer Audi and BMW over Mercedes
I just love the 5 series wagon trunk, already on the e61 they had all those smart features and also some cargo dividers that are just genius... And my favorite thing, the opening hatch that can open independent from the trunk door
Altough I love Mat's reviews, I must admit that he is very harsh with the cars. Not verbally but physically. He pulls and pushes and turns every button, door, handle or whatever very aggressively as if he owned the car for 5 years. Don't know if he notices it, but when he started opening these storage compartments on the BMW I expected them to fall off
He's testing durability stop being such a softy
hey guys, after 7 years, i got my dream car!
Nice Bro, have fun 🎉
So what's your thoughts is it worthy enough
@@Benni_aka_Yoshi thanks!
@@EdgeCraftI it is worth every single cent, trust me.
@@ss4ndro nice to hear, I'm hoping to get 520d or at least 320d
You don't climb WITH SHOES on such a fantastic new car. Shame!
I know what a f muppet
Thomas Frank you so bloody so if you got what it takes. Don’t be such a wuss.
Thomas Frank if you watch his reviews he never has any respect for the vehicles or an ounce of mechanical sympathy. I think it’s a “size” thing and he likes to dominate. Anyone who finds the M steering wheel too thick has wussies hands !
It's is a review model, destined to be binned
It's probably why someone jumped on the roof of his porsche. Karma is a bitch.
I’ve just bought a 68 plate one of these. Probably the favourite car I’ve purchased in 20 years, all the car you’ll ever need. Alongside my Alfa 156 that obviously blew up.
How is it now?
My dad is called Gary and he bought a 20 plate 5 series this week and also owned a 156 about 21 years ago! How funny!
I'm fact it had been his dream car since he was in his early 20s and he loves it, always saying why would anyone need to buy anything more!
That old 90s BMW 5 series touring in the middle arm rest. Nice touch!
Got it in almost exact same trim. Really good car. Fuel economy is on par with 2l diesel.
Just wanted to say it's awesome that you don't saddle us subscribers with every single video, like the infotainment ones that less people are interested in. Love the reviews, keep them up !
Such a nice car!
So if the seats aren't comfy enough you can just sit on the roof and make your way down the highway. Nice!
Or if theres a pretty lady You just make her sit on your lap.
@@mrsmith5846 huh
I love the New BMW design, seems like this is the gen is where they really shake off those atrocities from the Bangle era.
Riswan Ahmad P. You call this design from 15 years ago "new"?
Rankon it's not about the logo, lol. All cars keep their logo and Merc is an example of change is design. BMW and Audi use the same outdated ones.
The saloon car looks like a Kia from the side and an autistic jumbled up BMW from the back. I don't think that they should have taken the 7 series crap front...
Well design is always a question of taste. I personally love the design and think that it's decent step towards the correct direction. On the other hand, I like the design of the new mercs but they just look too similiar to each other. It's hard to differentiate between an S or an E class for example.
Rankon i agree that mercs look too similar to each other between its current classes, but at least they don't look the same between both classes and different generations like bmw and audi.
I'm not loving all of BMWs design language right now, but that's a good looking estate. And those wheels are so cool. If they did the 550m in estate trim that would be incredible
I think it is extremely important to include the price of the car featured in the video. These videos are very nice but can be frustrating being told that the prices start from £38k whilst the car featured costs more like £50-60k perhaps?
That car is completely stunning
A positive bmw feature missed here are the auto adaptive LED Headlights. They are incredible in terms of maximising night visibility safely. Consider doing a group night drive test for those very high/ low hemisphere country's where we have VERY long winter nights.
Matt I love ur vids but on the digital display the "plastic curves "are not plastic , it's steal
And I actually love that design in stead of a full display because it's not a standard car anymore
Can you do A6, so we get the 3 ones to compare?
Amazingn0ne It's still hasn't been refreshed
The a6 is obselete compared to the e class and 5 series
leo r and the new one will be flawed to begin with because they'll likely stick with the same engine layout and poor dynamics. Still, it will look the best inside and out and that counts for a lot.
New one needs to come out
This has got to be better than any estate car out there,even V90
He didn't show that threre is space for rhe boot cover snd net in the underfloor storage. So you dont hsve to leave them propped up in the garage (like in other cars) you can stow them in the car along with all your gear.
I really appreciate that you had a OnePlus 3!! Shows that you are someone who is really up with the times!
The M5 Touring in the center console was brilliant.
OMG BEAUTIFUL INTERIOR DESIGN!!!!!!!!!
Matt you said you would come back to the underfloor storage later in the video - but did you? 3:41
He says it's not the best in it's class but doesn't even point out which car is.
I just realised that ive been watching this channel for more than 4 years
Wait two of the cons are not really cons. The fat steering wheel is one of the best if not the best feeling steering wheel in the business, and the trim around the dials looks amazing. Gives the car a unique look compared to just an LCD panel in front of you.
That just looks bloody great!!! 5 stars from me. My 335d replacement. 🔥👌🏼👍🏼
This is my dream car! I loved the review love to see more in future videos on other BMW's! :)
When Mat reviews a bmw, sure hell yeah i m coming over and check it out
Inline six engines are silkily smooth. It's the simplest arrangement with perfect primary and secondary balance.
How does the 5series estate compare to the suv alternative of the x5? Does it offer same space internally but better driving capability?
I had an Audi A8. No Android!! Loaded, heated and cooled, best massage back seats. No AUX JACK!! "We, Audi, made a deal with Apple.. " Thanks for your honesty. Back to the S Class..
Not as good in the Massage dept, 2012, but everything else was great.
Nice review,this car is sooo much better than the new 5 series…
That's better than Merc E
Not that with that decade long shitty interior design. Anyone who owns a Mercedes would never consider a boring beemer.
thats because merc people just like shouty and unnecessary things. the bmw has a better ergonomic interior and a far better and simpeler infotaiment system!
LAM Channel agreed
If I want to drive a Merc E, I call a taxi.
Narrowc ross mate if you spill water in your merc you will get eletricfied.
Mat prefers Android over iOS? Officially the best car reviewer out there IMO.
This is the best car ever with the best ever automatic gear .
9:46 wow that looks so cool!
Why is he so rough with cars...
Wild thoughts
that's why i keep on watching him cause he don't give F
Because its not his.
Eydzuan Rosley yeah in one episode of him reviewing a Land Rover he puts a pb & j sandwich in the center console
Because it's real world test ?
carwow + BMW = my life complete
The luggage area arrangements are pretty similar to what I had in a 2012 Mazda6 Estate. The moveable net arrangement is nearly identical. Difference with this car is that road noise doesn't tear off your ears like happens in the Mazda. If you've the money, buy the BMW.
M steering wheel is the best in the business and he 5 series is really the best estate you can buy if you are a dynamic person.
damn that color
You get climate control as standard? In 2017? In a BMW 5? Fuck me....woooow
I think he meant automatic air conditioning (a.k.a climatronic). You'll be surprised how many expensive cars still have it as an option.
Give me the list of those cars...
Well, yeah, I take my words back. It's obviously standard on all similarly priced cars...
You didnt go back to the boot Matt
There is a space underneath bootfloor, and there is a grey sticker wich tells how to place two parcel shelves. You can see when he open cover.
I have a small sense of déjà vu. Anyone else saw the video when they originally uploaded it?
Joaquín Sánchez thinking the same here!!! I don’t get why he did it twice
You sure introduced a good way to spike comment numbers, Matt. Half of the comments below aren't even about the car but about the iOS - android debate.
0:01 that's how you should drive through london ^^
That paintwork is beautiful
As a Jag fan I have to admit the tech on this makes me envious, if only the XF Sportbrake had such innovation...
Instead of Android Auto, BMW is focusing on A2A (Apps for Auto), which is part of the company’s ConnectedDrive platform. That allows apps to integrate deeply (and safely) with the car and, because it provides a stable developer interface, it allows the company to innovate faster. That’s mostly because it allows his group to work on its part of the in-car technology stack without having to stick to the slower innovation cycle that dominates the actual hardware part of the car business.
Stepping with your whole weight on the rear door window? They should make you buy all the cars you 'test'
Because I'm introducing it, are you thinking that even if you do what you are allowed to forgive?
One of the many reasons you don't buy a "BMW UK pre-registered car"
drunkensessions take a look at his arm, it wasn’t all his body weight. but i agree lol
All these cars, A6, E class, 5 series in estate form are pretty amazing. Why would you really need an SUV unless you go off road. These are all £10K cheaper.... or more.
That's a beautiful wagon.
that e34 picture under the armrest. attention to details. love ur reviews boy
This one actually looks very good. I remember 5ers used to be uglier than the 3; this time around the 5 is the better one.
My favourite car channel!
"If it ain't broke don't fix it."
But hell, the 5 series dash looks similar to my dad's 2006 320i.
i love you Mat finally someone with some sense, android is better then ios
can you please do a mercedes e-class estate review🙏🏻
Loved that Shade.. 😍😍😍😍
Nice
I think Matt is one of the funniest car reviewer
can you stick your phone on the drivers window with a noise meter app displaying so we get an objective reading for in-car noise? Otherwise, really excellent reviews as usual *****
Obsessedgarage would slap u for that intro bit :0
That 3D camera thingy is so cool........ imagine showing it off to your friends XD
Absolutely 100% agree about the need for Android Auto.
whats up with the massive hinges in the back when u fold down the backseats. holy shit i haven't seen that on the competition.
Just seen one of these at Available Car and now I don’t want anything else. It was superb. When my Tiguan is due to be returned I’m having one of these. Trouble is I like my options ticked and this has many many option for many many pounds. But I’d be happy with adaptive LED lights and suspension
I'm still not certain that the net feature is primarily for dogs, I think it's to stop items sliding forwards under braking or in an accident.
the classiest 'Ghost Whippin' i''ve seen!
wow finally the 5er bmw looks good the old f10 was so boring
Dear Mat, reviewers never seem to mention weight when discussing model options. For example, according to BMW, the 520D weighs around 135 KG less than the 530D XDrive version. That's a bit like lugging the equivalent of your wife and kids around everywhere for the benefit of the options. In other models the weight penalty is even worse. Also, should heavy, wide cars be taxed as such and forget about the dodgy fuel/emissions tests?
Pweh - got a little worried there for a while. But then I saw the M9 and all is good. (psst - get the U11)
Great work as usual.
Now we need the review of E Class Estate :)
I find your reviews enjoyable, in fact so much that i nowadays watch them as soon as they come out no matter what car it is about, (off course i like your Volvo reviews a liiitle more) ....good job! Greeting from Sweden...
Please do a 3 series touring review Matt!!!!
So what is the best touring (Kombi) on the market today? (or tomorrow) . I have the E61 535d touring and in terms of comparison its still on a par or better than the majority of new tourers available today, and much cheaper. Though it is far from perfect in terms of design, it has its flaws but we forgive it, we love it! Fun fact - Our 12 year old diesel estate is a 170mph car. Thats right, it hits its limit of 155mph in 5th gear. Its now on 255k kms and it is still going strong, no rust and pulls like a train. PS 0-100kmph is 6.x seconds standard and if you can take off in 2nd gear it does it in the 5s.
I wish we could have this in the U.S.! Nice job triggering Apple fanboys, then having an Apple laptop. Also, the phone pic was an E34 M5 estate! What was that about chucking estates on the back roads... Great video.
I wish they offered this car in the U.S. as well as the A6 Avant.
You never did go back to the thing in the boot?
Great video as always, Mat! Keep It up.
BMW M140i isn't available on Carwow to configure
Hasn't he already reviewed this car
BMW
Do people in BMW watch what ypu do with their car? 😂😂
Didn't you review this car already ?
What a car!!! By the way, I love the dials, I mean the rings arround it...
I had a 2012 Mazda6 with similar luggage space and net arrangements. Good car, the Mazda, but out of warranty not so good at all. Things go wrong and they're no cheap to put right.
I don't know how much of its sales BMW owes to this man at this point 😂
If it's not the best premium estate car you can buy, what is? The BMW is better than both the E Class and the A6, so I'm flummoxed as to what he is referring to.
great video as usual please make one on ford kuga hyundai tucson and seat ateca comparative peace