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BMW 5-Series (2010) vs. Toyota Highlander (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 BMW 5-Series and 2008 Toyota Highlander specs.

2010 BMW 5-Series and 2008 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year 2010 2008  
Model BMW 5-Series Toyota Highlander  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,885 mm 2,789 mm 0 mm
Length 4,856 mm 4,785 mm 0 mm
Width 1,847 mm 1,910 mm 0 mm
Height 1,491 mm 1,730 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,660 kg 1,805 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 70 L 73 L -3 L
Headroom, Row 1 955 mm 1,031 mm 954 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,455 mm 1,516 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,440 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,054 mm 1,097 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 955 mm 1,019 mm 954 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,453 mm 1,511 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,435 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 914 mm 973 mm -59 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 922 mm -922 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,397 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,074 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 742 mm -742 mm
Total Legroom 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 498 L 292 L 206 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 17.6 1,198 L 16.6
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,651 L 2,701 L -1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 BMW 5-Series

2010 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
2010 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 2008 Toyota Highlander

2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid
CVT AWD
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review
 
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