2024 BMW 5 Series dimensions: length, width, height, weight, cargo
Length
199.2in long
- 16 ft 7.2 in. 5.06 m.
- 74.8 in wide, 59.6 in tall.
- 530i RWD.
- Mid-size sedan.
Dimensions by trim
| Trim | Length | Width | With mirrors | Height | Wheelbase | Ground clearance | Turning circle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 530i RWD | 199.2 in | 74.8 in | 84.9 in | 59.6 in | 117.9 in | 6.1 in | 38.4 ft to 40.4 ft |
| 530i xDrive AWD | 199.2 in | 74.8 in | 84.9 in | 59.6 in | 117.9 in | 6.1 in | 38.4 ft to 40.7 ft |
| 540i xDrive AWD | 199.2 in | 74.8 in | 84.9 in | 59.6 in | 117.9 in | 6.1 in | 40.7 ft |
| Trim | Curb weight |
|---|---|
| 530i RWD, 540i xDrive AWD | 3,704 lb to 5,247 lb |
| 530i xDrive AWD | 4,158 lb |
| Trim | Cargo, seats up | Cargo, max | Front legroom | Rear legroom | Front headroom | Rear headroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 530i RWD, 530i xDrive AWD | 18.4 cu ft | 18.4 cu ft | 41.3 in | 37.0 in | 38.8 in to 39.1 in | 37.7 in |
| 540i xDrive AWD | 18.4 cu ft | 18.4 cu ft | 41.3 in | 37.0 in | 38.8 in to 39.1 in | 37.7 in |
Weight
530i RWD: curb weight not listed.
Garage fit
| Garage | Fits | Spare length | Each side |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single, 12 x 22 ft | Yes | 64.8 in | 34.6 in |
| Single, 14 x 24 ft | Yes | 88.8 in | 46.6 in |
| Double, 20 x 20 ft | Yes | 40.8 in | 82.6 in |
| Double, 24 x 24 ft | Yes | 88.8 in | 106.6 in |
| Door | Fits | Spare width | Above roof |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 ft wide, 7 ft tall | Yes | 11.1 in | 24.4 in |
| 9 ft wide, 7 ft tall | Yes | 23.1 in | 24.4 in |
Door width check uses the mirrors: 84.9 in.
Your garage
Second car
Garage 12 x 22 ft. Door 9 x 7 ft.
- Yes. 64.8 in spare length. 34.6 in each side.
- Door: 23.1 in spare width. 24.4 in above the roof.
Size class
Mid-size sedan.
Longer than 85% of 79 sedans (2024).
Median of 79 sedans (2024): 192.9 in long.
Cargo, seats up: 18.4 cu ft. More than 80% of 72 sedans (2024).
Bigger and smaller rivals
| Model | Length | vs 5 Series | Cargo, seats up | vs 5 Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class | 208.2 in | +9.0 in | 18.9 cu ft | +0.5 cu ft |
| Genesis G90 | 207.7 in | +8.5 in | N/A | N/A |
| Lexus LS | 206.1 in | +6.9 in | 16.9 cu ft | -1.5 cu ft |
| Volvo S90 | 200.4 in | +1.2 in | 13.5 cu ft | -4.9 cu ft |
| BMW 5 Series | 199.2 in | - | 18.4 cu ft | - |
| Genesis G80 | 196.7 in | -2.5 in | 13.1 cu ft | -5.3 cu ft |
| Toyota Mirai | 195.8 in | -3.4 in | 9.6 cu ft | -8.8 cu ft |
| Jaguar XF | 195.4 in | -3.8 in | 11.0 cu ft | -7.4 cu ft |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 194.9 in | -4.3 in | 33.1 cu ft | +14.7 cu ft |
Legroom and headroom
530i RWD.
- Front legroom
- 41.3 inMore than 16% of 77 sedans (2024).
- Rear legroom
- 37.0 inMore than 53% of 78 sedans (2024).
- Front headroom
- 38.8 in to 39.1 in
- Rear headroom
- 37.7 inMore than 64% of 79 sedans (2024).
What this cannot tell you
Outline is a body-style template scaled to these numbers.
Garage fit ignores shelves, steps and open doors.
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
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