Get to Know BMW’s Luxury Cars

For those of us who love a good car (coupe, sedan, what have you), it can feel like we’ve been abandoned and forgotten by the auto industry—certainly by the American auto industry. We know that SUVs have come to dominate the market and trucks are incredibly popular too, but there’s just something about a good car that we love. Fortunately, BMW has our back when it comes to ensuring there are still great cars on the road; it doesn’t hurt that these BMW models beautifully combine elegant style, mind-blowing performance, and sophisticated luxury. It’s tempting to search “BMW dealer near me” online, go to the first result that pops up, and hope they can help you find the perfect vehicle. But before you head to us looking for your next car, let’s take a few minutes to go over what BMW offers and get a sense of which model, or models, have everything you want in a luxury car.

The BMW 2 Series – Small Size, Big Performance

Some of BMW’s naming conventions for their models can be difficult to keep track of if you’re new to their lineup, but things are actually pretty simple. All of their cars use a simple numbering system with bigger numbers indicating bigger models; so we start here with the BMW 2 Series, which is the smallest car in the lineup. The other important thing to remember is that even numbers indicate coupes, while odd numbers are used for sedans. Once you note those two things, it’s easy to quickly get a sense of what you’re looking at with any BMW luxury car.

The 2 Series is the perfect place to start when exploring your options; it’s a subcompact beauty that perfectly combines elegant style with bold performance. There are plenty of small cars out there that use their modest size as an excuse to put a weak engine on the road—you won’t find that here. The 2 Series offers BMW performance through and through; if you want enhanced power, then there are M performance models available with even more power and precision to offer. You can also choose a BMW 2 Gran Coupe, which gives you four doors and a more passenger-friendly interior if you need to bring family or friends along with you.

The BMW 3 Series – Stylish Compact Sedan

If you’re most interested in a sedan from BMW, then the 3 Series is the place to start; this is a compact model and the smallest sedan (not counting the 2 Gran Coupe) available from BMW. As you’d expect from this legendary brand, however, its small size doesn’t indicate small performance or missing out on any luxury features. This is a BMW inside and out with a sleek design, bold power under the hood, and a sophisticated interior that you’ll look forward to getting into every day. Due to its smaller size and pricing, this is often considered the entry point for the BMW lineup and the perfect model to start with if you’re not sure which one is right for you. It’s available as an xDrive all-wheel drive (AWD) model if you prefer that kind of handling, and there’s a 3 Series M performance version with enhanced power and remarkable engineering.

The BMW 4 Series – Compact With Plenty of Muscle

Moving up in size from the 2 Series we started with, the BMW 4 Series is a compact model, much like the 3 Series, but it’s a coupe rather than a sedan. This is the perfect choice if you need something a bit larger than the 2 Series, but you still want that two-door styling and the remarkable features found inside and out on the first car we looked at. You have a wide variety of models available as part of this series including standard coupes, xDrive versions with AWD, and M performance vehicles. There’s also a 4 Series Gran Coupe if you need something with four doors and a functional interior to go along with all its power and sophisticated luxury. This is one of our favorite options in the BMW lineup since it works well for a wide range of drivers who want the power and style of a coupe.

The BMW 5 Series – Bold and Powerful Midsize Sedan

For a lot of people, when they think “BMW,” they think of the 5 Series and the iconic place it has established in the auto industry. This is a midsize sedan, which makes it the perfect choice for a wide range of drivers. Its size and design are absolutely stunning, giving you a spacious and functional interior, loaded with incredible tech features, sophisticated luxury, and elegant comfort that’s incredibly welcoming every time you hit the road. You have numerous models to consider including an xDrive version, all of which are fun to drive and feature bold, stunning interior designs. A favorite of ours is the M5 Sedan, a high-performance version of this car that delivers racetrack-ready engineering and incredible power you have to feel to believe.

The BMW 7 Series – Full-Size Sedan With All the Trimmings

Nope, you didn’t miss anything: there’s no 6 Series available since it was discontinued following the 2019 model year—it was one option too many. Instead, the 7 Series is the next model in BMW’s lineup and it gives you the perfect choice if you have a large or growing family thanks to its full-size design and robust engineering. This is an innovative, stylish, and exhilaratingly powerful sedan that is great as a daily driver or if you need something as part of a luxury fleet. It has numerous features designed to enhance the experience for passengers such as a Sky Lounge LED Panoramic Roof that provides you with a stunning view of the sky overhead along with multi-color illumination to elevate what you see. Combine that with Rear Executive Lounge Seating that includes reclining rear seats and an available 31-inch BMW Theater Screen and you have a full-size sedan beyond anything else on the road.

The BMW 8 Series – Spacious Luxury, Remarkable Power

The final option for a car, if you’re interested in a luxury coupe that perfectly brings bold power and elegant style together, is the 8 Series. One thing we should note is that this model defies the naming convention we’ve seen so far and it’s not larger than the 7 Series we just looked at. It’s actually a bit smaller than it and more along the lines of a midsize coupe (if it helps, you can think of this as taking the place of the 6 Series in terms of overall size and performance). The 8 Series is every bit as powerful and sophisticated as you’d expect and, much like the previous ones we looked at, is available as a coupe or a Gran Coupe with four doors to provide you with a more functional and stylish design. There’s an M8 performance model available with remarkable power under the hood, along with an M8 Competition version that offers the most incredible performance you’ll find on one of these cars.

Find the Luxury Car You’ve Been Looking For

No matter what you’re looking for in a luxury car, the BMW lineup is ready to deliver and take your driving experience to a level you’ve never felt before (unless this isn’t your first BMW, in which case you know exactly what we’re talking about). With a variety of sizes and styles available, plus numerous engines and performance options on offer, it can be tricky to navigate everything in this lineup and find the model that’s perfect for you. That’s why it’s so important that you choose a dealership with people who can take you through what’s available, answer all of your questions, and make sure you drive away in the ideal luxury car. Once you have an idea of which models will best meet your needs, then you should come visit us to see the BMW lineup for yourself and discover the perfect car that’s been waiting for you.