Model Year | 2017 | 2006 | |
Model | BMW 5-Series | Lexus GS | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 335 hp@5500 332 lb-ft@1380 |
4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,974 mm | 2,850 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,943 mm | 4,826 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,867 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,478 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,745 kg | 1,776 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 71 L | -3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 986 mm | 960 mm | 26 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,491 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,382 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,105 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 940 mm | 13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,306 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 927 mm | 925 mm | 2 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 530 L | 360 L | 170 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 BMW 5-Series.
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review |
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review |