2013 BMW M5 Base

The 2013 M5 is BMW's high-performance take on the 5 Series sedan, a four-door sports car that blends daily usability with track-ready capability. It's ferociously quick, and the rear-drive chassis rewards smooth inputs, though you'll want to respect the power if you're not used to this much. The ride is firm, especially over sharp bumps, but the seats are supportive and the cabin stays quiet at highway speeds. Inside, you get a well-built cabin with high-quality materials and enough room for four adults and their luggage. The M5 is the only trim in the 5 Series that gets this 4.4L I8 with 553 horsepower, so if you want a sedan that can hang with dedicated sports cars, this is it. The standard M5 comes with adaptive dampers and a limited-slip differential, so it handles tight corners with surprising composure for a car this heavy.