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2012 BMW 5-Series Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions
| Body | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in |
| Length | 193.1 in |
| Width | 73.2 in |
| Height | 57.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3814 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) |
| Cargo Volume | 18.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 BMW 5-Series
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2012 BMW 5-Series 4-door Sedan Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes
| Trim | 528i | 535i | ActiveHybrid 5 | 550i |
| Standard Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5000 260 lb-ft@1250 | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1200 | turbocharged 3.0L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 335 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1300 | turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5500 450 lb-ft@1750 |
| Standard Transmission | 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
| Optional Transmission(s) | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | ||
| Standard Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Optional Drivetrain(s) | AWD | AWD | AWD | |
| Standard Tires | 225/55VR17 tires | 245/45VR18 tires | 245/45VR18 tires | 245/45VR18 tires |
| Optional Tires | 245/45WR18 tires (front) 275/40WR18 tires (rear) | 245/40ZR19 tires (front) 275/35ZR19 tires (rear) | 245/40ZR19 tires (front) 275/35ZR19 tires (rear) |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2012 BMW 5-Series
| 2012 BMW 5-Series Powertrain: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Tires of the 2012 BMW 5-Series
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