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05-17-2010, 09:04 AM | #1 |
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Automobile Magazine: 550GT vs. Porsche Panamera
Automobile magazine review http://www.automobilemag.com/reviews/driven/1004_bmw_550i_gran_turismo_vs_porsch"e_panamera_s/index.html
"For delivering sport, luxury, and comfort for four at a reasonable price, the 5-series Gran Turismo sets the standard in this new class."
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It seems that finally people is understanding the BMW's proposal. And as soon as the car starts to be seen on the streets, it starts growing on people as well. |
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I agree! Once a thorough look and drive has been experienced, the value - although not cheap - is readily apparent. There is no clear cut competitor. Some may comment on its resemblance to the X6, the X6 is only available as a 4 seater annnnd if you are over 6'3 sitting in the rear is not an option - at least not comfortably. Outside the walls of BMW there are only 2 other 4 door - luxury hatches (state side) the Aston Martin Rapide and the Porsche Panamera. Although they are not "True" competitors, in as far as the GT vs. Aston and Porsche, they all share the luxury 5 door concept, albeit the latter 2 are more sport oriented.
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Porsche Panamera 3.6 (6cyl) starts at $74,900.00 USD
Porsche Panamera S 4.8 (8cyl) starts at $89,000.00 USD Porsche Panamera 4S AWD 4.8 (8cyl) starts at $93,000.00 USD Porsche Panamera Turbo 4.8 (8cyl) starts at $132,000.00 USD Aston Martin Rapide 6.0 (12cyl) starts at $195,000.00 USD So theorectically a GT can be crossed shopped against a Panamera 6cyl up to a base/"lightly" optioned Panamera 8cyl - 4S here in the US.
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I've seen a lot of posts saying they don't understand the purpose of the GT which puzzles me a bit. I have a GT on order and currently drive a Range Rover full size. My next car needed to handle/perform better than a Range Rover, have a high standard of luxury but also be able to fit a cycle in the trunk. I looked at and test drove a whole range of cars and the GT came out as the best/most suitable of the bunch.
I drove the Panamera V8 and V6 - I liked the V8 but the V6 felt underpowered (and slower than the GT). Even though it comes in all-wheel drive, I wasn't convinced the V8would be practical in bad weather. The new Mercedes E350 wagon is nice but not outstanding. The BMW wagons are too slow. Audi is from 2011 only offering the Q7 in a small engine with lesser performance. I test drove an X6 hybrid which was fun but limited in space and the ride choppy. I used to have an X5 but the interior is not as refined as the GT or 7 series. I ended up deciding between a 750ix and the 550GTix - and it was also details like the panorama sunroof not offered on a 750 (and price difference) that ultimately landed the GT. |
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I suspect with time more people and/or potential US buyers will grow to appreciate the merits of the GT. If not ohh well. The thing that gets me is that people don't realize that option for option the GT is actually a 7 Series. There are options on the GT that are not available on the F10 5 series although they share the same series designation. The wheel base, overall length, interior space, etc are all 7series specs. In essence its a 7 series (750i) with a hatch, at a lower price point than the 7. No other car in the enitre BMW lineup, with the exception of the 750li offers more interior space period. Overall cargo space goes to the x5 but not by much. I for one say there is nothing wrong with a big BMW as long as it performs like a BMW should and the GT does so. I may get an e92 M3 coupe in addition to my GT some time in the future, I like what that car has to offer as well. There is a product for everyone within BMW's product line, its great to have choices, and BMW understands that "one size" doesn't necessarily fit all.
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don't forget the Panorama option... |
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Fortunately, or unfortunately in my case, in the USA, the Panoramic sunroof is standard, not an option like it is in most of the rest of the world. I'd rather have the increased headroom and lower center of gravity for the approximate $2K it costs (at least in Germany where it is 1400 Euros plus 300 more in taxes as an option). I'd rather spend that money on other, more functional options.
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