BMW 3 series petrol engines consumes on average 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than BMW 5 series. On average, BMW 3 series equipped with diesel engines consume 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Ground clearance:
125 - 140 mm (4.9 - 5.5 inches)
140 - 152 mm (5.5 - 6 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 5 series can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.
Dimensions
Length:
4.32 m
4.62 m
Width:
1.64 m
1.70 m
Height:
1.38 m
1.42 m
BMW 3 series is smaller. BMW 3 series is 30 cm shorter than the BMW 5 series, 6 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 3 series is 4 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
425 litres
460 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
425 litres
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BMW 5 series has more luggage space. BMW 3 series has 35 litres less trunk space than the BMW 5 series.
