Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon |
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,885 mm |
Length | 4,854 mm | 4,856 mm |
Width | 1,847 mm | 1,847 mm |
Height | 1,468 mm | 1,491 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,600 kg | 1,670 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 958 mm | 955 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,455 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,054 mm | 1,054 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 963 mm | 955 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,453 mm | 1,453 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 914 mm | 914 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 396 L | 498 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 396 L | 1,651 L |
2008 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 RWD |
Twenty-way adjustable seat. 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 |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
best seats on the market today see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I cannot sit behind me. see full BMW 5-Series review |
Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | M5 |
Standard Engine | 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 172 kW@6500 271 Nm@2750 | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 224 kW@5800 407 Nm@1400 | 4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 268 kW@6300 488 Nm@3400 | 5.0L V10 DOHC-4v 373 kW@7750 519 Nm@6100 |
Standard Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Optional Transmission(s) | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
Standard Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
Optional Drivetrain(s) | AWD | AWD |   |   |
Standard Tires | 225/50VR17 tires | 225/50VR17 tires | 225/50VR17 tires | 255/40ZR19 tires (front) 285/35ZR19 tires (rear) |
Optional Tires | 245/40WR18 tires |   |   |   |
  |   | 245/40WR18 tires (front) 275/35WR18 tires (rear) | 245/35ZR19 tires (front) 275/30ZR19 tires (rear) |   |
Trim | 535i |
Standard Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 224 kW@5800 407 Nm@1400 |
Standard Transmission | 6-speed manual |
Optional Transmission(s) | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
Standard Drivetrain | AWD |
Standard Tires | 225/50VR17 tires |
Optional Tires | 245/40WR18 tires (front) 275/35WR18 tires (rear) |
2008 BMW 5-Series Powertrain: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Light on its feet. Firm yet comfortable ride. Sure handling. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Smooth, swift acceleration. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very fast and quick, even with the 360hp engine. Use the auto manual and you really get a rush. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It has the most smooth acceleration that would put a smile on your face. My average economy over the last 6 months is 22 MPG. WOW! see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Plenty of smoothly-delivered power throughout a very wide powerband. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent acceleration. Enough to be fun, not enough to be dangerous. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This vehicle is the best of both worlds...very good on gas mpg and enough power, when needed, when your in a hurry. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very good performance throughout the speed range. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Engine has a broad torque curve. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The car handles like a dream, acceleration is awesome and so is the braking see full BMW 5-Series review |
None of our members have yet commented on the tires of the 2008 BMW 5-Series.
Body | Trim | Base Price | Invoice | Destination |
4dr Sedan | 528i | 44,600 | 41,210 | 825 |
4dr Sedan | 535i | 49,800 | 45,995 | 825 |
4dr Sedan | 550i | 58,800 | 54,275 | 825 |
4dr Sedan | M5 | 83,900 | 77,370 | 825 |
4dr Wagon | 535i | 54,400 | 50,230 | 825 |