Model Year | 2011 | 2013 | |
Model | BMW 5-Series | Hyundai Genesis | |
Engine | turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5500 450 lb-ft@1750 |
5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 429 hp@6400 376 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 115.6 in | 1.3 in |
Length | 193.1 in | 196.3 in | -3.2 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 74.4 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 57.6 in | 58.1 in | -0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4376 lb. | 4046 lb. | 330 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 19.3 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 40.4 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 58.3 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 44.3 in | -2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 37.7 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 57.9 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.3 in | -54.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 38.6 in | -2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 82.9 in (over 2 rows) | -5.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 18.4 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 2.5 ft3 |
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2013 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Climate controls (heat and cooling) are great for the driver. Let's add cooling for the passenger. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I am 6'3" and have more than enough head and leg room. Front seat width room is great see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
very comfortable even on a 4hr drive. see full Hyundai Genesis review |