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BMW 5-Series (2011) vs. Lexus RX (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 BMW 5-Series and 2009 Lexus RX specs.

2011 BMW 5-Series and 2009 Lexus RX Specifications

Model Year 2011 2009  
Model BMW 5-Series Lexus RX  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 116.9 in 106.9 in 10 in
Length 193.1 in 186.2 in 6.9 in
Width 73.2 in 72.6 in 0.6 in
Height 57.6 in 66.1 in -8.5 in
Curb Weight 3814 lb. 3870 lb. -56 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 19.2 gal. -0.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.5 in 39.4 in 1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.3 in 57.9 in 0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 55.6 in -55.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 42.5 in -1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.3 in 38.6 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.2 in 57.1 in -0.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 55.1 in -55.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.1 in 36.4 in -0.3 in
Total Legroom 77.5 in (over 2 rows) 78.9 in (over 2 rows) -1.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 18.4 ft3 38.3 ft3 -19.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 18.4 ft3 84.7 ft3 -66.3 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 2009 Lexus RX

2009 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review
 
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