2019 BMW 5 Series vs 2018 BMW 5 Series
2019 BMW 5 Series 2018 BMW 5 Series

Engine

2.0L Turbo I-4 2.0L Turbo I-4

Horsepower

248 248

MPG (City/Highway)

24/34 * 24/34 *

Transmission

8-speed shiftable automatic 8-speed shiftable automatic

2019 BMW 5 Series vs 2018 BMW 5 Series

Serving Chattanooga, TN

The 2019 BMW 5 Series and 2018 BMW 5 Series are among the most popular sports sedans available today. If you are considering either of these BMWs, then you'll want to know about both BMW 5 series models. BMW of Chattanooga has put together this head-to-head review to allow you to learn more about both 5 Series Sedans. This review will look at both the 2019 BMW 5 Series and the 2018 BMW 5 Series in performance, appearance, and features.

Performance

The 2019 BMW 5-Series comes standard with a 3.0-Liter Inline 4-cylinder engine that offers up to 248 horsepower. There is also an optional 3.0-liter TwinTurbo inline 6-cylinder engine that puts out 335 horsepower. Finally, there is a top-of-the-line 4.4-liter Twin-turbo V-8 engine that puts out 456 horsepower. 0 to 60 acceleration on the V-8 engine is rated at 3.9 seconds. The 2018 BMW 5-Series comes standard with a 3.0-Liter Inline 4-cylinder engine that offers up to 248 horsepower. There is also an optional 3.0-liter TwinTurbo inline 6-cylinder engine that puts out 335 horsepower. Finally, there is a top-of-the-line 4.4-liter Twin-turbo V-8 engine that puts out 456 horsepower. 0 to 60 acceleration on the V-8 engine is rated at 3.9 seconds. Overall, both the 2019 and the 2018 BMW 5-Series sedans offer similar powertrains and performance numbers.

Appearance

The 2019 BMW 5-Series is a mid-sized sports sedan that features the brand's classic kidney grille up front flanked by LED daytime running lights. Along the sides of the 5-Series are large alloy wheels and sleek lines. Inside the 2019 5-Series, you will find room for up to 5 adult passengers and luxury appointments. The 2018 BMW 5-Series features the brand's kidney grille and adaptive LED headlights. There are also bodycolor side mirrors and bodycolor door handles. Inside, there is room for up to 5 adult passengers, soft-touch materials a sports-oriented cockpit. Overall, both the 2019 and the 2018 5-Series offer a combination of sport and luxury in their overall appearance.

Features

The 2019 5-Series offers several standard exterior and interior features including double-spoke alloy wheels, black chrome exhaust tips, Apple CarPlay, a 16-way power driver sport seat, and HD radio. The 2018 5-Series comes standard with many features including power folding and heated side mirrors, adaptive LED headlights, HiFi Sound System, and 8.8-inch Dynamic Digital Instrument Cluster. Overall, the 2019 and 2018 BMW 5-Series have similar standard equipment. However, the 2019 BMW 5-Series also offers Apple CarPlay as standard.

BMW of Chattanooga currently has the 2019 BMW 5-Series and the 2018 BMW 5-Series available for a test drive. This is your chance to get behind the wheel of both of these BMW performance sedans. Do not delay. Due to overwhelming demand, our inventory will not last.

* EPA-estimated. Actual mileage may vary.