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Assets
A technological showpiece, huge and refined performance, amazing mix of comfort and agility, quality feel, groundbreaking design.
Drawbacks
Some of the technology isn't standard, styling is very controversial, steering-wheel gearchange buttons badly placed.
Verdict
BMW wanted to make a bold new statement, and has succeeded. No other luxury car does so much so well. But if the styling's still a bit much, the new-generation model - with the wilder edges smoothed off - goes on sale in April 2005.
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