Model Year | 2021 | 2011 | |
Model | BMW 5-Series | Lexus IS | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 107.5 in | 9.6 in |
Length | 195.8 in | 180.1 in | 15.7 in |
Width | 73.5 in | 70.9 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 58.2 in | 56.1 in | 2.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3765 lb. | 3455 lb. | 310 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 17.2 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 37.2 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 54.4 in | 4.3 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 | 37.5 in | 36.7 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 52.7 in | 3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.7 in | -53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 30.6 in | 5.9 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 3.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.0 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 BMW 5-Series.
2011 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |