Model Year | 2010 | 2020 | |
Model | BMW 5-Series | BMW 8-Series | |
Engine | 5.0L V10 DOHC-4v 500 hp@7750 383 lb-ft@6100 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 523 hp@5500 553 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,822 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,854 mm | 4,856 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,847 mm | 1,902 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,468 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,855 kg | 2,031 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 68 L | 2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 958 mm | 988 mm | -30 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,054 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 963 mm | 853 mm | 110 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,453 mm | 1,191 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 914 mm | 749 mm | 165 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,819 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 396 L | 419 L | -23 L |
2010 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 |
2010 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 |
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