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BMW 5-Series (2011) vs. Lexus IS (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 BMW 5-Series and 2010 Lexus IS specs.

2011 BMW 5-Series and 2010 Lexus IS Specifications

Model Year 2011 2010  
Model BMW 5-Series Lexus IS  
Engine turbocharged
4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
400 hp@5500
450 lb-ft@1750		 5.0L V8
DOHC-4v
416 hp@6600
371 lb-ft@5200		  
Transmission 6-speed manual 8-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 116.9 in 107.5 in 9.4 in
Length 193.1 in 180.1 in 13 in
Width 73.2 in 70.9 in 2.3 in
Height 57.6 in 56.1 in 1.5 in
Curb Weight 4343 lb. 3780 lb. 563 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 17.2 gal. 1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.5 in 37.2 in 3.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.3 in 54.4 in 3.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 54.1 in -54.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 43.9 in -2.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.3 in 36.7 in 1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.2 in 52.7 in 3.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 53.7 in -53.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.1 in 30.6 in 5.5 in
Total Legroom 77.5 in (over 2 rows) 74.5 in (over 2 rows) 3 in
Cargo Volume 18.4 ft3 13.0 ft3 5.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 5-Series

2011 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
2011 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 2010 Lexus IS

2010 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review
2010 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Cramped rear seat. Minimal knee and leg room when there is a front driver/passenger. Minimal room for the toddler when sitting in a car seat. Seats 2 small kids at best. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 This is a small car. Interior seating is comfortable but tight. Unless the driver is very short, forget about the back seat. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Don't buy this car if you ever plan on carrying four adults. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Yeah, the back is small but still big enough to handle for the poor rear seat passengers. see full Lexus IS review
 
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