BMW 5-Series Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Strong repuatation for prestige and quality. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
worth the extra price, very high resale, very reliable see full BMW 5-Series review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
BMW has a long standing reputation for handling and performance, and the experience did match the reputation see full BMW 5-Series review |
2004 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed automated manual RWD |
Projects success see full BMW 5-Series review |
2004 | 4dr Sedan 184-horsepower 2.5L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The Ultimate Driving Machine - it says it all... see full BMW 5-Series review |
2002 | 4dr Sedan 184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
BMW has an implied image to most people. Saying you own a 5 series made those in the know nod their head. The frame was welded aluminum and even after 8+ years showed almost no rust. Buyers of the car were amazed and bought it after a short drive. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2002 | 4dr Sedan 184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
BMW is supposed to be a great car. see full BMW 5-Series review |
BMW 5-Series Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2002 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed manual RWD |
BMW drivers are universally despised. Just Google "BMW drivers" to see what I mean. They are thought to have almost malicious disregard for anyone but themselves, as well as for any traffic laws. see full BMW 5-Series review |
Toyota Highlander Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Toyotas are reputed to be bulletproof and that was our experience with a 1994 Previa minivan see full Toyota Highlander review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 208-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT FWD |
This is my 3rd Toyota/Lexus. What else can I say, they are great cars/appliances. Although not a styling icon, Toyota/Lexus knows how to build what most people want/need in a reliable good quality vehicle. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 208-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Previous Toyota SUV lasted 25+ years with great performance and low maintenance. The new vehicle was the first affordable hybrid SUV available to the public. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Not much to say, Toyota has made great products. So many people I talk to discuss the fact that they have over 150K miles of maintenance only repairs. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2004 | 4dr SUV 230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Well...up until the issues with cars accelerating on their own their reputation was untarnished. Still...very few cars exhibit this trait so I still would buy another one. see full Toyota Highlander review |