BMW 5 series petrol engines consumes on average 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than BMW 3 series. On average, BMW 5 series equipped with diesel engines consume 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 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:
140 - 152 mm (5.5 - 6 inches)
125 - 140 mm (4.9 - 5.5 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:
4.62 m
4.32 m
Width:
1.70 m
1.64 m
Height:
1.42 m
1.38 m
BMW 5 series is larger. BMW 5 series is 30 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, 6 cm wider, while the height of BMW 5 series is 4 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
460 litres
425 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
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425 litres
BMW 5 series has more luggage capacity. BMW 5 series has 35 litres more trunk space than the BMW 3 series.
