it looks hideous, as if someone bumped into it in the back.

 

this looks awful, but if the normal 5 series is based off the front then BMW might have a winner

 

The taller roof allows for a taller, SUV-like seating position, but without all the negative connotations of the SUV in the minds of the great unwashed. That's what BMW told CAR anyway. So in that respect, I guess it's a car for the times. Looks crap though, but it's probably really nice and roomy inside.

 

there is a market for that...

elderly people appreciate the design because it`s roomy and easy to get in and out of the car.
The same for families...it`s not an SUV (of which some think that it is not socially compatible) but still offers the advantages of a large car with a high seating position and the feeling of safety due to the great size of the chassis

 

So BMW has finally given in and now markets its cars towards old people and people who don't particularly give a damn about driving.

Great.

 

yes..that`s partly true

many previous Z4 owners said the same about the new Z4...

but somehow money needs to come in

and as long as the M division and the original BMW sports cars can be financed through newly invented BMWs it`s ok.
It`s just the sames as it was/is with the 911 and the Cayenne/Panamera

 

Hey, at least they look great!

Except that we're talking about the M Division that axed the E92 CSL, but went ahead with not one but two 2.3 ton SUVs.

 

 

update on my view on this car
the more colours and variatios I see of this car in real life,eg. in all kind of different situations
the more I accept it and eventually at some point even like it a tiny little bit (for the fact that it is not that bad and might sell)
never thought I`d say this about that car

people seem to sit very comfortable in the car and it looks quite agile when cornering/accelerating

I`d never buy that thing though

 

I actually really like the idea. I get my 5 series and the ability to actually carry big stuff. I don't even mind the rear end. But if it came down to it I would go after the 5 wagon its more practical and less unique.