Automaniac submitted on 8/3/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 9:29:22 AMBased on the platform of the next generation 5-Series, the large coupe like hatchback is sure to raise an eyebrow at competitor headquarters. When the upcoming vehicle was first discussed by journalists worldwide, UK’s car magazine wrote in January 2004, that it was believed to be a direct competitor for the upcoming Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2005 global launch). Read More