Model Year | 2008 | 2023 | |
Model | Saab 9-5 | BMW i7 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 258 lb-ft@1900 |
Electric 536 hp 549 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 126.6 in | -20.2 in |
Length | 190.4 in | 212.2 in | -21.8 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 76.8 in | -6.3 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 60.8 in | -3.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3470 lb. | 5917 lb. | -2447 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 39.8 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 61.0 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.2 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 38.6 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 56.3 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 43.3 in | -6.7 in |
Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 84.5 in (over 2 rows) | -5.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | -2.1 ft3 |
2008 Saab 9-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable even with rear facing car seat behind either driver or passenger seat. Head room was good even with moon roof. see full Saab 9-5 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
These are the best seats ever designed. Really. see full Saab 9-5 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Extremely comfortable and supportive. air-cooled seat option is great in the summer. Front seat ergonomics and comfort blow away those of bmw, infiniti and acura, although leather quality is not as good. see full Saab 9-5 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 BMW i7.