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BMW 5-Series (2021) vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2017) Specs

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2021 BMW 5-Series and 2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Specifications

Model Year 2021 2017  
Model BMW 5-Series Mercedes-Benz S-Class  
Engine turbocharged
4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
523 hp@5500
553 lb-ft@1800
turbocharged
5.5L V8
DOHC-4v
577 hp@5500
664 lb-ft@2250
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan, ext.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 117.1 in 124.6 in -7.5 in
Length 195.8 in 206.5 in -10.7 in
Width 73.5 in 74.8 in -1.3 in
Height 58.2 in 58.7 in -0.5 in
Curb Weight 4275 lb. 4806 lb. -531 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.0 gal. 21.1 gal. -3.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.8 in 39.7 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.7 in 59.7 in -1 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 41.4 in 0 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.5 in 37.4 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.9 in 59.1 in -3.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.5 in 43.1 in -6.6 in
Total Legroom 77.9 in (over 2 rows) 84.5 in (over 2 rows) -6.6 in
Cargo Volume 14.0 ft3 16.3 ft3 -2.3 ft3

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