BMW 5 Series 1987–1996 vs BMW 5 Series 2017–2020 size comparison

BMW 5 Series 2017–2020 is 246 mm (5.2%) longer than BMW 5 Series 1987–1996. It is 152 mm (8.7%) wider, 61 mm (4.3%) taller and 221 mm (8.0%) longer in wheelbase. Boot space with the seats up is 460 L and 530 L (+70 L).

DimensionBMW 5 Series 1987–1996BMW 5 Series 2017–2020Difference
Length4720 mm4966 mm+246 mm (+5.2%)
Width1751 mm1903 mm+152 mm (+8.7%)
Height1412 mm1473 mm+61 mm (+4.3%)
Wheelbase2761 mm2982 mm+221 mm (+8.0%)
Boot460 L530 L+70 L

BMW 5 Series 1987–1996 dimensions · BMW 5 Series 2017–2020 dimensions