The 2007 BMW 5 Series Sports Wagon stands out from its cousins in the 5 Series lines of sedans. While it incorporates all the standard amenities of a "5," you also get ample cargo room, the performance of all-wheel-drive, and the protection of technologically advanced dynamic stability control. These practical features don't overwhelm the luxurious form of the vehicle, they just give you the firm assurance that this BMW is going to keep its wheels firmly on the road and get the job done for you and your family.

Practical doesn't mean pokey either. The wagon is powered by a 255 hp, 3-liter engine. On the road the 530xi offers up crisp handling and pleasantly powerful accleration. Inside the faux leather seats can be adjusted ten ways. In back the seats split and fold. At your side the dual console makes room for the handset of your mobile phone and in the lower compartment gives you a cool spot to stow snacks or drinks.

Back in the cargo area you'll find full finishings. There's a tool kit and the tailgate can be released with an interior handle. Under the floor compartments with removable, flexible dividers given you even more space to stow your gear. Look for power outlets in the front passenger floor board, at the rear of the console, and in the cargo compartment. (The glove box even offers up a rechargeable flashlight.).

Look to burn about 19 mpg city and 28 highway in the new 2007 BMW 5 Series Sports Wagon with a manual transmission and around 20/27 on the automatic. Acceleration is a thing of beauty in a car of this size with the zero to 60 leap conquered in 6.8 seconds with the manual and 7.3 seconds with the automatic.