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Used test: BMW 5 Series Touring vs Jaguar XF Sportbrake: verdict
If you're after a plush, four-wheel-drive estate car for a bargain price, look no further than a used example of one of these two. But which is the better buy?...
Our Verdict
Pick up either of these two posh estate cars at this age and you’ll certainly be getting a bargain buy.
The Jaguar XF Sportbrake puts up a valiant fight and offers the same brilliant handling that we’ve become accustomed to in the XF saloon. It's faster than the BMW 5 Series Touring and sportier, too.
However, in the end, it's a clear victory for the 5 Series. It's smoother, more polished and has the edge in almost every key department. It offers a superior ride, greater practicality and it’s cheaper to run than the XF. It's also a fine driver’s car and a much more peaceful cruising companion.
All in, the 5 Series is a brilliant used estate and, as a bonus, if you find one in four-wheel-drive form as here it’ll cope with whatever weather you can throw at it.
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1st – BMW 5 Series Touring
For High-quality interior; comfortable ride; more practical boot; better infotainment
Against You’ll want to find one that's had a few options added when new
What Car? rating 5 stars out of 5
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2nd – Jaguar XF Sportbrake
For Sharper handling; stronger acceleration; more rear leg room
Against Noisy engine; fiddly infotainment system; higher running costs
What Car? rating 4 out of 5 stars
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Specifications: BMW 5 Series Touring 520d xDrive M Sport
Engine size 2.0-litre diesel
Power 187bhp
Torque 295lb ft
0-60mph 8.3sec
Top speed 137mph
Fuel economy 54.3mpg (official NEDC average)
CO2 emissions 137g/km
Specifications: Jaguar XF Sportbrake 25d AWD R-Sport
Engine size 2.0-litre diesel
Power 237bhp
Torque 369lb ft
0-60mph 7.5sec
Top speed 150mph
Fuel economy 48.7mpg (official NEDC average)
CO2 emissions 153g/km
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