Company description: A model of German efficiency, the firm still prides itself in making well engineered cars for the driver. Just a shame Chris Bangle's design direction leaves a lot to be desired
TG Survey result: 2006 saw BMW come 11th out of 35. A respectable result - as you'd expect from a quality marque like this. For more info go to the Top Gear survey 2007
Trophy cabinet: The 6-Series was Best GT in 2004, the amazing M5 won our Supersaloon award in 2005 and the BMW Z4 Coupe 3.0si was Best Sports Car in 2006.
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