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Compare BMW 3 Series Sedan vs BMW 5 Series Sedan

BMW 3 Series Sedan
2023 BMW 3 Series Sedan
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TBC
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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BMW 5 Series Sedan
2023 BMW 5 Series Sedan
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$79,900
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.5
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 26 MPG
Hwy: 36 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 17 MPG
Hwy: 25 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
18 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
17 ft³
Trunk Volume
14 ft³

Photos

BMW 3 Series Sedan
Rear Angle View
Dashboard
28
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BMW 5 Series Sedan
2021-2023 BMW 5 Series Sedan Rear Angle View
2021-2023 BMW 5 Series Sedan Dashboard
67
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 Gas
Horsepower
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
523 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque
295 lb-ft @ 1550 rpm
553 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,582 lbs
4,275 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
30 MPG
20 MPG
City
26 MPG
17 MPG
Highway
36 MPG
25 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
5.9 Tons/yr
8.9 (2022) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gallons
18 gallons
Cruising Range City
405.6 miles
306 miles
Cruising Range Highway
561.6 miles
450 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
185.7 in
195.8 in
Height
56.8 in
58.4 in
Max Width
71.9 in
73.5 in
Front Width
62.3 in
63 in
Rear Width
62.9 in
62.9 in
Wheelbase
112.2 in
117.1 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42 in
41.4 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.7 in
38.8 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
56 in
58.7 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.2 in
36.5 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.6 in
37.5 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
54.6 in
55.9 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
17 ft³
14 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.4 ft
40.8 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 7.5"
19" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 7.5"
19" x 9"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P225/45HR18
P245/40YR19
Rear Tire
P225/45HR18
P275/35YR19

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Alpine White
  • Jet Black
  • Alpine White
  • Arctic Race Blue Metallic
  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Carbon Black Metallic
  • Dark Graphite Metallic
  • Phytonic Blue Metallic
  • Skyscraper Gray Metallic

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Melbourne Red Metallic
  • Mineral Grey Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic
  • Phytonic Blue Metallic
  • Portimao Blue Metallic
  • Sunset Orange Metallic
  • Aventurin Red Metallic, Priority 1
  • Dravit Grey Metallic, Priority 1
  • Oxide Grey Metallic, Priority 1
  • Tanzanite Blue II Metallic, Priority 1
  • Alvite Grey Metallic, Priority 1
  • Aventurin Red Metallic, Priority 1
  • Tanzanite Blue II Metallic, Priority 1

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Perforated Sensatec Upholstery
  • Canberra Beige, Perforated Sensatec Upholstery
  • Cognac, Perforated Sensatec Upholstery
  • Tacora Red, Perforated Sensatec Upholstery
  • Black, Dakota Leather Upholstery
  • Cognac, Dakota Leather Upholstery
  • Ivory White, Dakota Leather Upholstery

Optional Interior Materials

  • Black w/Blue Stitching, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Mocha, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Oyster, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Tacora Red, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Ivory White, Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Mocha, Nappa Leather Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Not Available
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Not Available
Standard
Premium Sound System
Not Available
Standard
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Not Available
Standard
MP3 Player
Not Available
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Not Available
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Not Available
Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Not Available
Optional
Navigation System
Not Available
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Not Available
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Not Available
Standard
A/C
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Optional
Automatic Parking
Not Available
Optional
Climate Control
Not Available
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Optional
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Not Available
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Standard
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Not Available
Optional
Heated Steering Wheel
Not Available
Optional
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Not Available
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Not Available
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Not Available
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Not Available
Standard
Seat Memory
Not Available
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Not Available
Standard
Seat-Massage
Not Available
Optional
Keyless Start
Not Available
Standard
Telematics
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Not Available
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Not Available
Optional
Rear Parking Aid
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Standard
ABS
Not Available
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Not Available
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Maintenance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
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