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2012 BMW 550 consumer reviews

$62,000 starting MSRP
side view of 2012 550 BMW
(15 reviews)
93% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.9
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.3
  • Exterior 4.9
  • Reliability 4.5
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Best car I owned yet

Love everything about it. The car gave me no issues and it drove to 100k miles effortlessly! Made me get one for my wife! Would recommend!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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BMW...Ultimate driving machine!!!!

Best car I have ever owned hands down, and in 12 years I've owned 14 cars. I purchased my 2012 550 I with m package for 18000 and the third owner, all adult owned. Car had 88,000 miles and at first the oil consumption was concerning, but I contacted a local BMW dealership and took it in for an oil consumption test. It failed, but wasn't worried, BMW customer care package , as not to call it a recall, was going to replace valve guide seals, no cost to me. Even better, three weeks into it, I found out I was receiveing a new motor from BMW, still at no cost to me, was even upgraded to a long term rental provided by BMW. I couldn't be more happy with my experience or the purchase of my car. BMW goes above and beyond anything prior I have driven. The comfort is great, performance is amazing, the look and feel and feedback from the car are in a class by itself. 400 up, 450 tq, and when you step into the gas pedal...hold on, will pull you back into the seat. Simply breath taking. I have had it to 140 and it was still pulling. I know some people have negative things to say about the 550 I but if they have any concerns, contact local BMW dealership and see if they can get the ccp and no more worries. It has to be under 10 yrs old and less than 100k miles. Regardless of negative reviews, I love mine. Sporty, comfy, amazing sound system, the seats cradle you and hug you, the body lines draw your eyes to the car, and my trim level is black alcantra, it's amazing, and love the look. Ultimate driving machine is an understatement.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most Oil Consumption Certified Car I've Owned.

Great body style, interior fully loaded comfort /sporty components. Issues: My Certified 2012 BMW V8 N63 Eng. consumes more than 6-9 quarters of oil prior to scheduled oil change. Pauses on acceleration at times.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Best car I own

This car is a beast!...beautiful with plenty of power and luxury! Not to big nor small, just right to fit my family. This is the perfect sedan that fits my personal taste.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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It?s good

It?s better than a e class a 100 percent it?s has a reliability that a e class doesn?t have and the interior design is so nice

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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My favorite car so far

The perfect match between family sedan, and sports car. More power that you'd ever need, and room for 4 with handling to match. Sport mode transforms this family sedan into a real beast, and the styling is pure, clean, and refined. The M-Sport package gives you all of the niceties (and horsepower) of the M, without the insurance bill . Comfort mode allow your o escape that harsh ride and aggressive reaction to every control put and ride in comfort and style. A true "Transformer" of a car. My favorite car so far!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best BMW that I have owned

I have owned a lot of BMW's but this particular one is my favorite. So far it's been very reliable no issues at all. I love the V8 Twin turbo with all wheel drive. I got pretty much every package you can have. She is fast, beautiful comfortable and turns into a M when you hit the sport button.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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This is the best car I have owned!

This a is comfortable ride and I have enjoyed driving it. This dependable vehicle has a lot of extras including a Dinan exhaust system; and Sport and Comfort mode.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Excellent vehicle in great shape

Great speed and handling. Has had no electronic or mechanical problems. Paint looks brand new on this 5 year old model.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great performance

Great driver. High performance. Drives like it's on rails. Great fit and finish. Even after a few years of use, it is solid.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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