BMW 5 series petrol engines consumes on average 2.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than BMW 7 series. On average, BMW 5 series equipped with diesel engines consume 2.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 7 series. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Dimensions
Length:
4.84 m
5.10 m
Width:
1.85 m
1.90 m
Height:
1.47 m
1.49 m
BMW 5 series is smaller. BMW 5 series is 26 cm shorter than the BMW 7 series, 5 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 5 series is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
560 litres
500 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
520 litres
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BMW 5 series has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, BMW 5 series has 60 litres more trunk space than the BMW 7 series. The BMW 7 series may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers.
Turning diameter:
11.9 meters
13 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 5 series is 1.1 metres less than that of the BMW 7 series, which means BMW 5 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
