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BMW 5-Series (2010) vs. BMW 1-Series (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 BMW 5-Series and 2008 BMW 1-Series specs.

2010 BMW 5-Series and 2008 BMW 1-Series Specifications

Model Year 2010 2008  
Model BMW 5-Series BMW 1-Series  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 2dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,888 mm 2,659 mm 0 mm
Length 4,854 mm 4,361 mm 0 mm
Width 1,847 mm 1,748 mm 0 mm
Height 1,468 mm 1,422 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,590 kg 1,475 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 70 L 53 L 17 L
Headroom, Row 1 958 mm 963 mm -5 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,455 mm 1,372 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,054 mm 1,052 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 963 mm 942 mm 21 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,453 mm 1,356 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 914 mm 813 mm 101 mm
Total Legroom 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 396 L 283 L 113 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 BMW 5-Series

2010 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review
2010 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW 1-Series

2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review
2008 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Sport seats are great see full BMW 1-Series review
2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Either young children for longer drives or most adults for trips below 30-40 miles each way. Just a "small car" (though with more rear-room that Lexus 250-350 4-door series!). see full BMW 1-Series review
2008 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD
Impractical for adults for anything but short runs see full BMW 1-Series review
 
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