Model Year | 2015 | 2010 | |
Model | BMW 2-Series | Audi A5 / S5 | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5800 330 lb-ft@1400 |
supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 108.3 in | -2.4 in |
Length | 174.7 in | 182.1 in | -7.4 in |
Width | 69.8 in | 73.0 in | -3.2 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 54.0 in | 1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3695 lb. | 3882 lb. | -187 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.1 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 54.3 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 41.3 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 36.0 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 52.8 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.0 in | 31.7 in | 1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 73 in (over 2 rows) | 1.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.8 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 1.8 ft3 |
2015 BMW 2-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The driving position feels natural. Buttons and dials are easily accessible, and everything's adjustable if you need to. After a few-hour drive down highway 1, I noticed that my back didn't hurt like it does on most other cars. The seats aren't that soft to the touch, and are quite supportive in cornering, but they are very well-sculpted. Who knew a congenital back defect could be so useful in car evaluation? see full BMW 2-Series review |
2010 Audi A5 / S5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 354-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD |
I am 6'-7" tall. Audi builds cars that I can fit into comfortably. My 1998 A4 was the first car that truly fit me, and the S5 is just as good, if not better. see full Audi A5 / S5 review |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 265-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very comfortable seating, especially with S-line package see full Audi A5 / S5 review |
2010 Audi A5 / S5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
nonexistent see full Audi A5 / S5 review |
2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 170hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD |
Not room enough for sufficient leg space for both front and rear passengers at the same time. Rear seat room is tight. Makes you want to avoid having rear passengers in the car. Typical for a 2-door. see full Audi A5 / S5 review |