BMW 5 Series 1987–1996 vs BMW 5 Series 2016–2020 size comparison

BMW 5 Series 2016–2020 is 216 mm (4.6%) longer than BMW 5 Series 1987–1996. It is 117 mm (6.7%) wider, 54 mm (3.8%) taller and 214 mm (7.8%) longer in wheelbase. Boot space with the seats up is 460 L and 530 L (+70 L).

DimensionBMW 5 Series 1987–1996BMW 5 Series 2016–2020Difference
Length4720 mm4936 mm+216 mm (+4.6%)
Width1751 mm1868 mm+117 mm (+6.7%)
Height1412 mm1466 mm+54 mm (+3.8%)
Wheelbase2761 mm2975 mm+214 mm (+7.8%)
Boot460 L530 L+70 L

BMW 5 Series 1987–1996 dimensions · BMW 5 Series 2016–2020 dimensions