2016 BMW 528i | an average guy's review

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  • Опубліковано 1 жов 2024
  • Here's my honest review of the 2016 BMW 528i with BMW's 4 wheel drive technology- XDrive. The smooth ride, elegant interior and twin turbo performance made me a believer. I also approve of its AWD capability- driving effortlessly through a late winter snow storm in Michigan.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 155

  • @FJTabb
    @FJTabb 4 роки тому +15

    Not a car I would say you would buy for fun, but thats coming from a guy that drives a tuned 5.0 Mustang. But my wife has this car, and far as comfort and drive ,I finally found out why they say BMW is the ultimate driving machine.

  • @mcypress5m402
    @mcypress5m402 7 років тому +52

    The wood is not faux, its real wood. BMW does not use faux wood anymore.

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  7 років тому +3

      +thanks for the correction 👍🏼 and thanks for watching Mcypress5 M

    • @alide1553
      @alide1553 6 років тому +1

      What you are saying is partly incorrect. The wood is real (veneers) and you CAN get BMWs with real leather or faux leather (formerly "leatherette" now rebranded as " SensaTec"). Great review!

    • @Xixu.co.6
      @Xixu.co.6 6 років тому

      Donna Peroche Leatherette is better than leather in literally every way.

    • @Jwdude123
      @Jwdude123 4 роки тому

      theMediaMart idiot

    • @babybear4524
      @babybear4524 3 роки тому

      @@Xixu.co.6 Sure...especially if your wearing shorts and want to feel a scratchy rough surface rubbing against your legs....NOT !!!

  • @Istormur
    @Istormur 2 роки тому +10

    Just signed papers on my 528i today can’t be more excited! Great review

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  2 роки тому +2

      That’s awesome!! I drove this vehicle from New York to Jackson, MI during a blizzard and it performed like a champ! Congratulations and enjoy the ride! 🖐🏽

    • @honcho_trades4632
      @honcho_trades4632 Рік тому

      Have you had any problems I’m thinking about getting one

  • @tweston315
    @tweston315 5 років тому +14

    Thanks so much for the awesome review! I absolutely love my 528i.....and it truly is the Ultimate Driving Machine! I test drove a Mercedes Benz right before I test drove my 528i. While driving the Mercedes, it was like no big deal. But when I drove my BMW, I was all smiles! So, I slapped my money down on the counter, and Boom! Well, to be perfectly honest, there was no money out down, but my notes are worth every penny! Lol

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  5 років тому +2

      It really is a dream machine- enjoy! Happy New Year!

  • @joaorodrigues-dy9rm
    @joaorodrigues-dy9rm 10 місяців тому +2

    If you dont like the analog cluster on a bmw, you dont like cars honestly😅, its a hallmark of a drivers car, a bmw.
    So you dont like e30 m3??

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  10 місяців тому

      Ha ha - thanks for watching! I really enjoyed my time in the 528 for sure.

  • @MichaelNNguyen
    @MichaelNNguyen 7 років тому +10

    I'm loving mine too.

  • @djshnibz
    @djshnibz 7 років тому +5

    Just stumbled upon your channel, I like your review and editing style. Thanks for sharing.

  • @fragME4109
    @fragME4109 7 років тому +4

    great video bro! I currently drive a 2016 528i xDrive with the limited edition package that includes a black kidney grill and trim and 19inch rims, my 528xi comes fully optioned and is hands down the best car I've ever owned especially in the winter here in New England (Connecticut) it moves effortlessly through the snow and is a ton of fun to drift around in once you turn off the traction control. I love the content keep it up bro!

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  7 років тому

      +sweet ride👍🏽 thanks for the kind words! Kyle Owen

  • @NauticalBlue500SE
    @NauticalBlue500SE 4 роки тому +3

    I still love driving my BMW F10, great review thank you from South Africa!!!

  • @snwelch8005
    @snwelch8005 7 років тому +5

    Hey Average guy...the wood is real not faux! WTF?

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  7 років тому

      +I've heard. It looked Faux to me. My bad. S & N Welch

    • @1980cantrell
      @1980cantrell 5 років тому

      I have this exact model it is real it has a protective layer on it is why

    • @1980cantrell
      @1980cantrell 5 років тому

      The seat actually goes higher you have to push the button twice and hold and it'll extend higher and the lumbar is the cricular button. ..
      The sports+ more is awwwwsome....

  • @miloure3882
    @miloure3882 7 років тому +4

    Where do you rent from, if you don't mind that I ask?

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  7 років тому +1

      +national, budget and sometimes enterprise dodge charger

  • @DaddyIvo
    @DaddyIvo 7 років тому +4

    Great review, young man!!! Looking forward to more reviews!

  • @STEVE33437
    @STEVE33437 7 років тому +4

    Tony~~Nice review, glad to see you back into cars!

  • @pedrofernandez3893
    @pedrofernandez3893 7 років тому +3

    Four cylinders in a luxury car is a no-no in my book, they belong in economy cars, not this.

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  7 років тому +1

      +it has plenty of power, but I hear you, bro. pedro fernandez

    • @pedrofernandez3893
      @pedrofernandez3893 7 років тому

      Fake power and fake wood? What kind of luxury car is this? Give me an M5 with its 10 cylinder beast and send all my money to the middle east.

    • @chefjefe68
      @chefjefe68 7 років тому

      Greets, Pedro. I hear you, but among luxury cars, a 2.0L 4 cylinder turbo is the standard base engine. Lexus, Infiniti, Audi, Jaguar, and even Mercedes all have this type of engine.

  • @juhthreef
    @juhthreef 7 років тому +5

    Good review, single turbo though BTW.

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  7 років тому +1

      +thanks👍🏽Ja M

    • @fragME4109
      @fragME4109 7 років тому +2

      Ja M correct but it is a single twin-scroll turbocharger, a lot of people hear "twin" and think it means 2. A twin-scroll turbo gathers exhaust from pairs of cylinders in alternating sequence instead of 1 at a time. The reason for the twin-scroll is to eliminate turbo lag and as a proud owner of a 2016 528i xDrive I can say there is minimal turbo lag but the 256lb ft of torque you receive at only 1100 rpms really puts this car ahead of the previous 6cyl naturally aspirated 528i models in terms of power, speed. It is an awesome car and a great daily driver, I think if you are in the market for a bmw the new 4cyl twin scroll engines are a great option that captures that true bmw feel without costing you an arm and a leg!

  • @kash-tz1ee
    @kash-tz1ee 4 роки тому +3

    I love the way he drank that coke out of nowhere at 4:32 😅

  • @poohead4360
    @poohead4360 7 років тому +3

    I like the reviews you do - it's want average guys look for. I'm tired of hearing videos of guys that are truly trying to be "real" but yet they are sponsored.

  • @jermainelindo6944
    @jermainelindo6944 19 годин тому

    transformations body full 🧍🏽🧍🏻‍♀️🧍‍♀️🧍🏼‍♀️🧍🏽‍♀️👫recovery model

  • @yunior12
    @yunior12 7 років тому +2

    Good average guy review, I prefer the idrive system, touch screens are messy in a car.

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  7 років тому +1

      +I hear you - I like the intuitive nature of the touch screen over i drive. You must have more brain capacity than me :) thanks for watching! Who

  • @miloure3882
    @miloure3882 7 років тому +5

    Just subscribed by the way. You always have good content.

  • @Xixu.co.6
    @Xixu.co.6 6 років тому +3

    Funny you say the seat is too low. My biggest complaint with my last two bmw's was that the seats were way too high lol

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  6 років тому

      There’s a different seat for everyone

    • @babybear4524
      @babybear4524 3 роки тому

      @@averageguytested I almost bought a great Beemer yesterday until I test drove it and had the exact same problem. the seat adjustments should allow shorter people to move the seat up to a more comfortable and safer position but it does not. Even with my seat cushion that I use in my Audi I still wasnt high enough to see clearly over the dash. You perhaps answered an important question for me and that is, does the 338i and the 5 series give you more options to adjust the seat? Seems like the answer is NO. I will have to buy a thicker cushion if I buy this car. I do wish you discussed other features but maybe thats not what you like to do in your reviews. idk.

  • @henrimalts6871
    @henrimalts6871 2 роки тому +1

    I'm comparing 2016 528i to my 2008 535xi that I had.
    On the 2008 13years later the interior was 100%, when touching the plastics it did not make any crackling sound. The 2016 as of today the plastic feels cheaper and when I touch it does make crackling sound.
    On the 535 the turbo pull feels great, I don't feel the turbo pull on the 528i it does seem a bit weak.
    The F10 is definitely more spacious while in the driver seat than E60.
    I do miss my 1990 520 :D

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  2 роки тому

      You can thank value engineering for that. 🖐🏽

  • @jermainelindo6944
    @jermainelindo6944 19 годин тому

    2016 bmw island series

  • @andrewsudhir2958
    @andrewsudhir2958 6 років тому +1

    Did this man just say twin turbo engine.... 6:20 !!!!

  • @guidscal
    @guidscal 7 років тому +1

    My father has one and I'm telling you, juts sitting in the back, when he goes, you reeeeaaaally feel stuck to the seat, and if you try to fight to get up from that, your neck breaks LOL. Awesome review though!

  • @ryanenstad8928
    @ryanenstad8928 7 років тому +1

    Top notch review Tony. Keep kicking a$$ and I'll keep Pushing the ▶️ button...

  • @Oakcliffagent
    @Oakcliffagent 2 роки тому +1

    I need to know about reliability i plan on getting a 2011 528i

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  2 роки тому +1

      I believe the reliability is decent, but repairs are costly. Check consumer reports to be sure. 👍🏽

  • @pedrofernandez3893
    @pedrofernandez3893 7 років тому +2

    For the price, the wood should not be FAUX, has wood gotten so expensive that they cannot afford to put real wood in there? Come on, Beemer guys!

    • @STEVE33437
      @STEVE33437 7 років тому

      Pedro Fernandez~~You are so right! Faux wood is unacceptable at this price!

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  7 років тому

      + agreed. Maybe it was real wood? pedro fernandez

    • @pedrofernandez3893
      @pedrofernandez3893 7 років тому

      Even if it used Viagra, it would be considered real wood.

    • @kemarbailey9679
      @kemarbailey9679 7 років тому

      David Malinovsky smart man, are you a gtr fan btw,? because that is what they do

  • @skylermchale6462
    @skylermchale6462 7 років тому +1

    The gauges are definitely dated, to an embarrassing level. And in comparison to say, an E-Class or an A6, it has fallen behind in terms of luxury in my opinion

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  7 років тому +1

      +agreed!skyler mchale

    • @Birmingham_racing
      @Birmingham_racing 6 років тому

      skyler mchale that’s because Audi and Mercedes just launched brand new models and this is end of its production line being last generation. The new 5 series is in a different league to this one

  • @chefjefe68
    @chefjefe68 7 років тому +1

    Good to see you back in the saddle again Tony. If you think that motor has good power, you need to experience it in my 328.

  • @beny.5872
    @beny.5872 4 роки тому +1

    Sensatec interior is very poor in these cars, must get real leather.

    • @raybutts9133
      @raybutts9133 3 роки тому

      I disagree. Sensa tec wears like iron. I special ordered mine to get it. Its great!

  • @NicholasL2288
    @NicholasL2288 4 роки тому +1

    There is a bmw just like yours for sale near me with only 33,000 miles on it and it’s $20,000 why is it so cheap for low mileage??? Should I get it?

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  4 роки тому

      BMWs are pricey to repair and aren’t know for being the most reliable vehicles. I’d have it checked out by a mechanic before you buy.

    • @NicholasL2288
      @NicholasL2288 4 роки тому

      theMediaMart Ah yes I was planning to get it checked by my cousin who is a mechanic and used to own a bmw 7 series.

    • @fashionjunkie4855
      @fashionjunkie4855 4 роки тому

      Lalalalalala Lalalalalala does this model have ambient lighting?

  • @darshpatel8974
    @darshpatel8974 4 роки тому +1

    What's the real life milage ??? City nd road ???

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  10 місяців тому

      Check out edmunds.com for real-world stats. Thanks for watching!

  • @pedrofernandez3893
    @pedrofernandez3893 7 років тому +1

    Can you review a 2010 Yaris hatchback

  • @Trooper33
    @Trooper33 5 років тому +6

    I love my 528i. Fun to drive, great gas mileage in eco-pro mode, and plenty of get-up. If I didn't have a long commute, I would have the 535i.

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  5 років тому +1

      The ultimate driving machine 👍🏽

    • @Glendocious
      @Glendocious 4 роки тому

      My 535 D gets just as good gas mileage as the 528. Definitely look into the diesel!

  • @jwagner1993
    @jwagner1993 2 роки тому +1

    Rwd for me

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  2 роки тому

      I just spent a couple of days in the 2021 740i - what a smooth ride.

  • @BSGSV
    @BSGSV 5 років тому +5

    That awkward moment when you mistake real wood for "faux wood".

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  5 років тому +1

      😂

    • @BSGSV
      @BSGSV 5 років тому +1

      @@averageguytested nice reviews nonetheless

  • @nicblank09
    @nicblank09 4 роки тому +1

    Lol man I subbed to u like 8 years ago, great video!

  • @delvinchandler
    @delvinchandler 7 років тому +1

    KEEP PUSHING PLAY what's up great review sir.

  • @juancamilogonzalezva
    @juancamilogonzalezva 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks ...

  • @kngmidas8332
    @kngmidas8332 5 років тому +1

    This guy is HIlarious

  • @omarhijazi1183
    @omarhijazi1183 5 років тому +1

    30k is regular guy?

  • @PresidentJackBauer
    @PresidentJackBauer 7 років тому +2

    I would rather buy a more usable lower level car with the money this one coats

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  7 років тому

      +i'm in your camp. B Blackwell

    • @lapancaki6548
      @lapancaki6548 6 років тому

      It's like 15k used now it's a pretty good car

    • @Dshowtime718
      @Dshowtime718 6 років тому

      Yeah I like the ford fusion sync 3 inside, this looks the same for how many years now

  • @sumchoimai1490
    @sumchoimai1490 4 роки тому +1

    I'm sorry but if you're trying to be funny that's a failure.

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  4 роки тому

      You’re not that funny either. Believe me.

    • @sumchoimai1490
      @sumchoimai1490 4 роки тому +1

      I never said I was.

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  4 роки тому

      You didn’t have to.

    • @sumchoimai1490
      @sumchoimai1490 4 роки тому +1

      Shut the hell up. And what an idiot you must be to like comments that are insulting. I can't wait for the reply to this one. Oh and don't forget to like and give me that stupid little heart.

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  4 роки тому

      😂😂😂

  • @kerbytheslayer6181
    @kerbytheslayer6181 5 років тому

    Itz got a turbo? I'm outta here.

  • @blahshahaha5032
    @blahshahaha5032 5 років тому +1

    Damm his voice

  • @BMan100
    @BMan100 7 років тому +2

    iPainintheass by BMW....UCONNECT ALL THE WAY!......and it ain't no Hemi 392.....

  • @redriver15262
    @redriver15262 7 років тому +4

    This car looks like it came out of 2004 when compared to the E class

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  7 років тому

      +hmm send me the E Class for my next review :) Boots N Pants

    • @aamirbasir5464
      @aamirbasir5464 6 років тому +3

      Boots N Pants
      Ugh Benz people on a bmw video ! Every Benz sedan has had the same look since 2003

    • @apaturalegendary6905
      @apaturalegendary6905 5 років тому +1

      lol benzs r for grandparents ---- no style whatsoever

  • @krizkid99
    @krizkid99 6 років тому +1

    Is this a good first car?

  • @alinmatti786
    @alinmatti786 5 років тому +1

    It's a 4 cylinder

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  5 років тому

      Turbo

    • @garyroland9266
      @garyroland9266 5 років тому

      Despite it being a 2.0 4 cylinder, I've heard good things. And you can get them remarkably less than the 535 or 550. I'm still looking. Haven't decided yet.

    • @alcantarainterior8078
      @alcantarainterior8078 5 років тому +1

      This model it’s way more reliable than the 535. You don’t need more power on this type of car, for its refinement and composed character will meet the expectations if not exceeding them; Flawless in its category

    • @alankhodatalab4277
      @alankhodatalab4277 5 років тому +1

      Alcantara Interior hey man, I’m about to get this gen 528i vs 535i, would you say for sure that the 528i is more reliable?

    • @alcantarainterior8078
      @alcantarainterior8078 5 років тому +1

      Alan Rohadi by far. Don’t get me wrong, the 535 is a blast with the N54 motor that comes with it is a blast to drive (same motor in the 335), great power from factory. My suggestion for you is to visit the forums online like “Bimmer world” among others where you’ll be able to find various testimonies in reference on this topic. Very helpful info. Just think of the 535 as a “diy wrencher” in order to save a lot of money. Is almost and endless money pit of a car; too much power it everything plastic along w a bunch of electrical gremlins.

  • @pedrofernandez3893
    @pedrofernandez3893 7 років тому +1

    You're on fire my friend!

  • @pedrofernandez3893
    @pedrofernandez3893 7 років тому

    You're on fire, my friend!

  • @mrmrjims3865
    @mrmrjims3865 5 років тому +4

    This is my dream car. I wish I can afford it one day

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  5 років тому

      I hear you.

    • @nynthworld4152
      @nynthworld4152 5 років тому

      @@averageguytested I might look at a used 2016 5 Series in a few days. Under 50k miles ok?

    • @kerbytheslayer6181
      @kerbytheslayer6181 5 років тому

      Get one from the 98-02 better than this "5" series.

    • @nynthworld4152
      @nynthworld4152 5 років тому +1

      @@kerbytheslayer6181 98-02? Great scott! ( Back to the Future joke ).👍

    • @mrmrjims3865
      @mrmrjims3865 5 років тому

      @@kerbytheslayer6181 I dont like the look of 5 series before 2011

  • @alankhodatalab4277
    @alankhodatalab4277 5 років тому +2

    Great review thank you, just wondering, how would you rate the reliability on the car?

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  5 років тому +1

      Thanks for watching! I never talk about reliability because I don’t do long term testing. Consumer Reports does a great job with reliability statistics on every vehicle. Check them out 👍🏽

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  5 років тому +2

      They also publish reliability statistics over the life of a car and go back about 10 years.

    • @alankhodatalab4277
      @alankhodatalab4277 5 років тому +1

      theMediaMart thank you for the reply. I’ll check consumer reports out.

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  5 років тому

      👍🏽

  • @jaromor8808
    @jaromor8808 6 років тому +1

    this is not "the best of both worlds"... that would be *a touch screen* with redundant physical buttons