| Model Year | 2017 | 2023 | |
| Model | BMW 5-Series | BMW i7 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 335 hp@5500 332 lb-ft@1380 |
Electric 536 hp 549 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 126.6 in | -9.5 in |
| Length | 194.6 in | 212.2 in | -17.6 in |
| Width | 73.5 in | 76.8 in | -3.3 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 60.8 in | -2.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4019 lb. | 5917 lb. | -1898 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 18 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.8 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 61.0 in | -2.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 38.6 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 56.3 in | -0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 43.3 in | -6.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 84.5 in (over 2 rows) | -6.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18.7 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | 0.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 BMW 5-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 BMW i7.