2021 Dodge Charger vs 2021 BMW 5 Series
Overview | |
MSRP$54,200 | MSRP$31,125 |
Average price$43,335 | Average price$33,174 |
Listings13 | Listings67 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
2021 BMW 5 Series 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 sedan 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. | |
2021 Dodge Charger Reviews SummaryWhen it comes to American muscle cars, few do it better than the Dodge Charger. It’s a unique breed—new four-door muscle cars just aren’t sold anymore. There is a new track-ready variant for the 2021 model year that pushes the limits of the car’s Hellcat V8 engine. Tamer versions of the car offer less horsepower but can still fit three car seats across the back of the car’s roomy cabin and have accommodations comfortable enough to make it a daily driver. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 248 hp I4 | Engine3.6L 292 hp V6 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower248 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower292 hp @ 6350 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 248 hp I4 | Engine Name3.6L 292 hp V6 |
Torque257 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque260 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
Horsepower248 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower292 hp @ 6350 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.0 cu ft | Cargo Space16.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3765 lbs | Curb Weight3957 lbs |
Height58.2 in | Height57.8 in |
Length195.8 in | Length198.4 in |
Width83.7 in | Width82.7 in |
Wheelbase117.1 in | Wheelbase120.0 in |
Maximum Payload800 lbs | Maximum Payload1143 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $54,200 | $31,125 |
Average price | $43,335 | $33,174 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | 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 sedan 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. | When it comes to American muscle cars, few do it better than the Dodge Charger. It’s a unique breed—new four-door muscle cars just aren’t sold anymore. There is a new track-ready variant for the 2021 model year that pushes the limits of the car’s Hellcat V8 engine. Tamer versions of the car offer less horsepower but can still fit three car seats across the back of the car’s roomy cabin and have accommodations comfortable enough to make it a daily driver. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 248 hp I4 | 3.6L 292 hp V6 |
Drive Train | RWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 248 hp @ 5200 rpm | 292 hp @ 6350 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 248 hp I4 | 3.6L 292 hp V6 |
Torque | 257 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | 260 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
Horsepower | 248 hp @ 5200 rpm | 292 hp @ 6350 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.0 cu ft | 16.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3765 lbs | 3957 lbs |
Height | 58.2 in | 57.8 in |
Length | 195.8 in | 198.4 in |
Width | 83.7 in | 82.7 in |
Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 120.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 800 lbs | 1143 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | |
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