IN a year when car manufacturers were falling over themselves to deliver a huge choice in sport utility vehicles, the winner at the motoring ‘Oscars’ was a stalwart of the saloon sector. Described by ...

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It shrugs off most lumps with calm efficiency, yet in corners there’s taut control and excellent steering feedback. There is a slight firmness to the 5 Series, so you would be well advised to choose ...