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2009 BMW 5-Series and 2008 Mazda RX-8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | BMW 5-Series | Mazda RX-8 | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 106.4 in | 7.3 in |
| Length | 191.1 in | 174.3 in | 16.8 in |
| Width | 72.7 in | 69.7 in | 3 in |
| Height | 57.8 in | 52.8 in | 5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3505 lb. | 3045 lb. | 460 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 38.2 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 54.8 in | 2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.3 in | -53.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 42.7 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 36.8 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 54.9 in | 2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 48.1 in | -48.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.0 in | 32.2 in | 3.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 2.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.0 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 BMW 5-Series
| 2009 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The sport seats offer exceptional levels of adjustment. I especially like the extendable leg support and the tilt of the upper back. The lumbar in the sport seats adjusts in up and down as well. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The comfort seat option is to die for. There is NO production automobile mfg that produces a seat that comfortable. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
At 6-foot-6, I have enough legroom. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Twenty-way adjustable seat. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2009 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
A little tight in the rear, but it is a mid-size sedan. see full BMW 5-Series review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda RX-8
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
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