Model Year | 2021 | 2010 | |
Model | BMW 5-Series | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,974 mm | 2,710 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,973 mm | 4,780 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,867 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,478 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,708 kg | 1,517 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 70 L | -2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 986 mm | 975 mm | 11 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,491 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 960 mm | -7 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 927 mm | 958 mm | -31 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,009 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 396 L | 402 L | -6 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 BMW 5-Series.
2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Comfortable power seats with power lumbar adjustment. Good side support, and with the tilting/telescoping steering wheel - easy to find a comfortable driving position. Also has easy to use steering wheel controls for the cars stereo/trip computer. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
very restrictive space see full Volkswagen Passat review |