Alpina B5

ALPINA explains the extensive pre-production testing phase

ALPINA explains the extensive pre-production testing phase

Prior to entering production, new ALPINA models are subjected to an extensive array of endurance tests and fine-tuning procedures. Through these tests, ALPINA aims to deliver an outstanding performance machine that meets the highest standard…

Car Magazine drives the ALPINA B5 Biturbo

VIDEO: BMW M5 vs ALPINA B5 -- Autocar Test

VIDEO: BMW M5 vs ALPINA B5 — Autocar Test

Since the F90 BMW M5 debuted, enthusiasts have been wondering which car is actually better to own — it or the ALPINA B5? That’s because they’re both very similar on paper, cost about the same…

ALPINA B5 -- Should you consider it over an M5?

ALPINA B5 — Should you consider it over an M5?

Unfortunately for us ‘Mericans, we don’t get the opportunity to buy the ALPINA B5. Those this question is pointless for us. However, for our friends overseas, the choice is theirs. And it’s a tough one,…

Top Gear drives the ALPINA B5

Top Gear drives the ALPINA B5

The new BMW M5 is such an incredible, well-rounded car that it’s hard to fault. It has supercar-slaying speed, everyday ride comfort and usability and enough interior technology to keep any technophile happy. As an…

BMW M5 vs ALPINA B5 -- Which Super-5 is best?

BMW M5 vs ALPINA B5 — Which Super-5 is best?

While BMW’s M Division and ALPINA have never really been rivals, comparing M cars and ALPINAs has always been something car journalists have done. Being that there are M and ALPINA versions of most BMW…