BMW 3 Series 2020– vs BMW 5 Series 1987–1996 size comparison

BMW 5 Series 1987–1996 is 74 mm (1.5%) shorter than BMW 3 Series 2020–. It is 152 mm (8.0%) narrower, 21 mm (1.5%) lower and 96 mm (3.4%) shorter in wheelbase. Boot space with the seats up is 480 L and 460 L (-20 L).

DimensionBMW 3 Series 2020–BMW 5 Series 1987–1996Difference
Length4794 mm4720 mm-74 mm (-1.5%)
Width1903 mm1751 mm-152 mm (-8.0%)
Height1433 mm1412 mm-21 mm (-1.5%)
Wheelbase2857 mm2761 mm-96 mm (-3.4%)
Boot480 L460 L-20 L

BMW 3 Series 2020– dimensions · BMW 5 Series 1987–1996 dimensions