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Volvo S60 (2011) vs. BMW 5-Series (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Volvo S60 and 2012 BMW 5-Series specs.

2011 Volvo S60 and 2012 BMW 5-Series Specifications

Model Year 2011 2012  
Model Volvo S60 BMW 5-Series  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5600
325 lb-ft@2100
turbocharged
4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
400 hp@5500
450 lb-ft@1750
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 8-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,776 mm 2,969 mm 0 mm
Length 4,628 mm 4,905 mm 0 mm
Width 1,864 mm 1,859 mm 0 mm
Height 1,483 mm 1,463 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,769 kg 2,050 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 67 L 70 L -3 L
Headroom, Row 1 973 mm 1,029 mm 972 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,448 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,394 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,064 mm 1,052 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 950 mm 973 mm -23 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,402 mm 1,427 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,359 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 851 mm 917 mm -66 mm
Total Legroom 1,915 mm (over 2 rows) 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 340 L 521 L -181 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volvo S60

2011 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very comfortable driving position. Visibility is outstanding in all quarters. I've taken this car on frequent road trips (>300 miles) and I've been very comfortable throughout the trip. see full Volvo S60 review
 

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