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BMW 5-Series (2015) vs. BMW 3-Series (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 BMW 5-Series and 2012 BMW 3-Series specs.

2015 BMW 5-Series and 2012 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2015 2012  
Model BMW 5-Series BMW 3-Series  
Engine turbocharged
4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
412 kW@6000
678 Nm@1500
4.0L V8
DOHC-4v
309 kW@8300
400 Nm@3900
 
Transmission 7-speed automated manual 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,969 mm 2,809 mm 0 mm
Length 4,912 mm 4,636 mm 0 mm
Width 1,859 mm 1,811 mm 0 mm
Height 1,463 mm 1,430 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,990 kg 1,705 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 70 L 60 L 10 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,029 mm 1,024 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,481 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,052 mm 1,067 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 973 mm 958 mm 15 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,427 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 897 mm 892 mm 5 mm
Total Legroom 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) 1,958 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 521 L 368 L 153 L

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2012 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
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2012 Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review
 

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