M cars are already fast and sporty BMWs. And if you want one that’s even faster and sharper, the German automaker now offers Competition variants. Like, for example, the BMW M5 Competition, the most powerful road car the company has ever made—up until now. Because that moniker now belongs to the 2022 BMW M5 CS. …
The 2021 BMW 4 Series has certainly been the topic of many automotive discussions as of late. Usually, a BMW offering is impressive, with top-of-the-line performance and a touch of luxurious class. These cars are head-turners and road-huggers at their core. But this latest BMW 4 Series is getting mixed reviews. And some critics are …
We recently heard the news that Kia is changing its name and rebranding the company. But apparently, it’s not just Kia. BMW, General Motors, Volkswagen, Nissan, and FCA (now Stellantis) are all car companies subtly changing their logo as well. In the Chinese Zodiac’s Year of the Ox, we are seeing a lot of subtle …
Audi and BMW SUVs all rest in the top four. According to U.S. News and World Report, the Volvo XC60 and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class are tied for fifth place on the list of best two-row luxury SUVs. So while they may be good options, they still can’t top BMW and Audi. For both 2020 …
Luxury midsize SUVs are ideal if you want an extra powerful and pampering ride. There are many options in this segment that boast superior amenities. But which luxury midsize SUVs are the most reliable? Unsurprisingly, the most reliable midsize luxury SUVs belong to Lexus Lexus continues to be the most reliable luxury car brand for 2021, as Consumer …
Even if they’re used and depreciated, luxury cars from marques like BMW are still luxury cars. That means maintenance and repair bills, especially for engine-related issues, can cost a pretty penny. However, not only can used BMWs be reliable overall, but so can their engines. It’s all a matter of understanding what’s under the hood. …
If you’re looking for a reliable used BMW, the E90 3 Series is arguably your best modern bet. Especially the non-turbocharged 325i, 328i, and 330i models, which have the N52 BMW inline-6 engine. However, no car is immune from maintenance or reliability issues, including BMWs. And the same goes for the N52-equipped E90 cars. The …
Battery and technology costs mean that EVs are typically more expensive than their ICE equivalents. However, if you’re okay with an older battery, a used EV often makes for a great bargain buy. And this week’s featured Cars and Bids car is one of the best EVs to buy used: a 2015 BMW i3 REX. …
Popular luxury car mavens Audi and BMW have finally announced the end of their vehicle subscription services. Many customers may not have even known that this service was available, in part because it wasn’t all that popular for either brand, but at the end of the month, all current and active subscription plans will end, …
The 2021 R 18 is BMW’s take on the retro-style cruiser, complete with Bavarian flair. And some of its design elements harken back to the German brand’s classic models. Naturally, though, some tuners and customizers are always willing to take BMW’s bikes further in terms of performance and style. For example, Kinston Custom, the shop …
What are the best two-row luxury SUVs? Well, according to U.S. News and World Report the top tippety two are both 2021 BMW models. The 2021 BMW X3 and the BMW X1 are respectively the No. 1 and No. 2 two-row luxury SUVs of the year. If you don’t need a massive three-row family hauler, …
Let’s face it; if you’re a car enthusiast, you’ve at least thought about buying a heavily depreciated supercar. Thanks to heavy depreciation, the six-figure BMW i8 has become somewhat attainable in the used market. However, since it is the first plug-in hybrid supercar BMW ever produced, there are some issues you should be aware of. …
Many car manufacturers that produce performance cars on a massive scale have a history in racing. For brands like McLaren, that history is more well known, especially because they have a car named after one of their team’s racing legend, Ayrton Senna. BMW also has quite an impressive background in racing and currently has teams …
Buying a nice luxury SUV doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank on the newest options. In fact, there are a lot of reasons why buying a slightly used SUV is better than buying one brand new, especially if you’re looking at luxury brands like BMW and Audi. Not only are newer cars more expensive …
The compact luxury SUV class has grown tremendously over the last few years. For 2021, Lexus earns praise for having the most reliable small luxury SUV, and Audi has made some impressive updates to its product lineup. Then there a few models that are mid-ranking. We’ve made a list of the small luxury SUVs that fall toward the …
BMW is a German brand that’s manufactured in the U.S. It’s produced many cars for years, and not long ago it reached the SUV market as well. Now, BMW has taken its stamp of luxury style and brought it to its largest SUV yet, the BMW X7. Consumer Reports tested out the X7, and they …
Used BMWs’ affordable prices can be tempting, but many potential buyers worry about how reliable these German luxury cars truly are. After all, just because a car is cheap to buy doesn’t necessarily mean it’s cheap to own. But with enough care, you can find an inexpensive model. This week’s Cars and Bids featured bargain …
There’s an old saying: Dress Italian, speak French, drive German. Let’s leave couture and language to Vogue and Vanity Fair and focus on why German cars are the worldwide standard for performance and luxury. You could argue that the Brits make the most elegant and refined luxury cars, but nobody ever accused Rolls-Royce (a division …
Spoiler alert! The 2021 Audi Q3 is one of the most affordable luxury SUVs that you can buy. How can that be? It’s an Audi. Isn’t that brand only affordable for the super-rich? Apparently not, because the MSRP is lower than expected. The 2021 Audi Q3 is shockingly affordable According to Cars.com, the 2021 Audi …
The beginning of the year can be exciting for many reasons. Car enthusiasts often look forward to the new models that come with a new year. And so far, 2021 has given drivers and customers plenty to be happy about. U.S. News rounded up the best new cars coming this year and beyond. The 2021 …
It’s tough to qualify as a truly perfect vehicle, and the 2021 BMW X1 is no exception. Though it boasts plenty of positive qualities, this luxury subcompact SUV’s interior suffers a bit. But is that enough to hold back this Beemer? Here’s a look at the 2021 BMW X1. Overview of the 2021 BMW X1 …
Comparing a small luxury SUV like the BMW X1 to a mainstream one like the Mazda CX-5 may seem odd, but it’s really not. Both models are at the top of their respective classes. They offer similar driving experiences too. The 2021 BMW X1 and the 2021 Mazda CX-5 appeal to the same type of driver Both the X1 …
Whether you like the way it looks or not, the 2021 BMW M440i is a powerful and sleek-looking coupe that carve through canyons with the best of them. It’s potent turbocharged engine matches with its balanced chassis and upgraded tech features, however, it’s really hard to get over that new front grille. But does the …
When you think of value, you probably don’t think of BMW. However, the BMW X6 packs a surprising amount of value into a luxury SUV.
The Mini Cooper is a spacious and stylish option for those looking for a subcompact car. But if you’ve ever driven one, you know the base engine isn’t exactly quick. If your Mini needs more speed, you might appreciate the 2021 Mini Cooper John Cooper Works GP. This new Cooper looks ready to compete with …
So, you say you’re electra-curious? You can see the future and it’s electric but you don’t want to pop $50,000 only to be disappointed? MotorBiscuit has the answer. Check out these five cheap used EVs for under $10,000. Then buy one. There are some great deals on these used electric vehicles. Some MSRP’d for over …
A car that has steep depreciation is bad for its new owner. But, it can provide some sweet deals for those who purchase one that is used. So below is a summary of some of the vehicles with the highest depreciation after three years. This goes to show that if you can stand waiting then …
The BMW 2 Series premiered for the 2014 model year and was meant to replace its 1 Series predecessor. It turned out to be one of the best moves the BMW brand could make, with it quickly becoming a favorite since its debut. In fact, even years later, the 2014 BMW 2 Series is so …
The year 2020 will go down as one of the worst for mankind. It was, however, a good year for cars. Everything from the new Corvette to the Bronco unveiling made it a banner year. But there were also some big flops in 2020 and we’re here to remind you of them. Because when a …
If one searches automotive-related content online long enough, sooner or later, they will discover that there are many stereotypes of drivers that are awful and humorous at the same time. For example, there are different online quizzes out there that will guess the kind of car one drives after one answers a few questions about …
Everyone loves looking at luxury vehicles, but not everyone can afford the high sticker price. If you’re car shopping and are considering buying a luxury vehicle, remember to account for its yearly costs. Even relatively affordable luxury models are made with more expensive materials, meaning dealers charge a premium when the car needs service. Still, …
Given that the 707-hp Dodge Charger Hellcat is now the 2nd most-powerful model in its lineup, it’s easy to forget that sedans have rarely been performance cars. That especially applies to classic luxury sedans, which were typically more about refinement than outright speed. But back in the ‘80s, one car helped change that perception: the …
From airbags to collapsing steering wheel columns the fed mandates safety regulations on a year-by-year basis. Each year new regulations are put in place that automakers must comply with. But a new car safety regulation taking effect has seen numerous automakers and/or certain models built that don’t have the safety feature. So, what’s going on? …
When creating your dream high-performance sedan or coupe, you may have very specific colors in mind for the interior and exterior. If the 2021 BMW M3 or the 2021 BMW M4 is the car for you, then you’re in luck. The BMW website will let you do just that and pick out your own wild …
The name BMW means a lot of things to the consumer market. From one aspect, it means innovative technology, like what we saw with the brand’s flagship hybrid supercar, the i8. For others, it means high-end and expensive luxury. With a history of racing heritage to match up with all of our other expectations, we …
Some BMW owners haven’t been pleased with their cars, and there’s a class-action lawsuit to prove it. The lawsuit alleges that certain vehicles with BMW’s N20 and N26 four-cylinder turbocharged engines are prone to premature failures plus primary and secondary timing chain defects. How is BMW addressing these issues? KGG filed the BMW timing chain defect lawsuit The New …
Several years ago, BMW released their flagship hybrid supercar, the BMW i8. It was unlike anything we’ve seen from the brand before, and over the years since its release, we’ve seen some of the cool features become a reality in more consumer-friendly BMW vehicles. If you’re interested in buying a hybrid car, you might be …
The market is brimming with luxury cars, but two of the best brands are BMW and Mercedes-Benz. In the compact-SUV segment, BMW boasts the X3, while Mercedes-Benz offers the GLC. Here’s a side-by-side comparison of the two 2021 versions to help you decide which is better for you. The 2021 BMW X3 Because the X3 …
Here’s the list nobody wants to be on. The same could be said for the vehicles involved as well. An insurance industry report says that statistically, drivers of Ram 2500 pickup trucks are more than twice as likely to be drunk drivers. And besides pickup truck drivers, premium or luxury vehicle owners are more likely …
There’s a lot of excitement around the 2021 BMW X4. Its exterior is sleek and stylish, its cabin is well-crafted, and it offers some really cool features and technology. The team at Autotrader recently reviewed the new 2021 BMW X4 and explained what we can expect from the new model. It’s hard not to notice …
Over the years, cars have advanced to have more and more technology, and not just under the hood. Safety features enhanced by cameras and sensors have done a lot to enhance our driving experience, and some have even become standard in a lot of models. Other tech features, however, are designed to enhance the user …
Any avid YouTube watchers know just how valuable the Golden Button is. It is an award given to YouTube channels when they reach an astonishing 1,000,000 subscribers. It isn’t the highest level of achievement you can receive on the platform, which ranks from the Silver Creator Award at 100,000 subscribers, to the highest, the Red …
Buying a used luxury SUV is a great way to save big thanks to the massive depreciation that used luxury goods face. However, don’t be fooled by the attractively low price. Some of these used Luxury SUVs may be cheap to buy upfront but can quickly become a massive headache over time. Today we’ll be …
The luxury SUV segment accounts for a good size chunk of the booming family SUV market. The 2020 BMW X6 earned a place in the top spot on the J.D. Power list of the highest quality family SUV. It had the fewest problems recorded per 100 vehicles (PP100). It’s actually a very prestigious award among …
As COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc and people attempt to self-isolate, fewer cars are on the road. The result is that speeding has increased significantly throughout 2020. Toward the beginning of December, California Highway Patrol caught one BMW 4 Series owner reaching 131 mph. According to ABC 7 News, CHP has seen an increase of …
With the sheer variety of motorcycle types available today, it’s often easy to forget that some are fairly-recent creations. The adventure bike category, for example, didn’t exist until BMW launched the 1981 R80 G/S. Others, though, evolved from older designs, such as how UJMs fostered standards. And BMW has some familiarity with this as well. …
For all the complaints that the M brand has been diluted over the years, BMW’s performance division can still deliver the goods. And arguably the closes to the original E30 M3’s ethos is the BMW M2 Competition. However, for 2021 it’s joined by a limited-edition version, the BMW M2 CS. But while the CS is …
High-dollar car auction sales are nothing new, especially when classics are involved. However, there’s paying a large sum for something like an Alfa Romeo BAT concept, and there’s paying $300k for a Datsun 240Z. Classic BMWs are no stranger to high price tags, as evidenced by E30 M3 values. But you can buy a small …
As far as luxury midsized SUVs go, the Acura MDX has always been a formidable contender, offering both value and reliability. For the 2022 model, Acura has decided to push its flagship SUV even more upmarket. The MDX now features a completely redesigned exterior, luxurious interior, and plenty of available tech. As you’d expect, luxury …
The Hyundai Santa Fe has made a name for itself in recent years as an affordable crossover with plenty of standard features. For the 2021 model, the Santa Fe brings major improvements by offering a sharper look, more safety tech, and a luxurious interior. However, major improvements aren’t cheap. According to CarBuzz, a fully-loaded Santa …
When you buy a new electric car, you trust that the technology created by the manufacturer is safe to drive. The BMW i3 is an EV that first appeared for the model year 2014. And according to a class-action lawsuit, it has a dangerous problem. Here’s what you should know about the alleged issue with …
