[Chuck99]

I could not find anything on the BMW website that listed specs or dimensions so I called BMW. Apparently they don’t provide such information on their site, only some general info. I’d like to know things like vehicle length, inside headroom, etc., and what comes standard. BMW could give me some information & said to contact a dealer, but I don’t want to call every time I have a question.

For example what’s the difference between a 330i and 340i? Does either one come with heated seats or is that an option?

What’s the length of a 5 series? Will it fit in my garage?

I’ve been looking at Edmunds & other sites for dimensions but they don’t list equipment. Is there some online source for this data so I can compare which features come with which trim levels?

Thanks

[T0RM3NT]

Originally Posted by Chuck99

I could not find anything on the BMW website that listed specs or dimensions so I called BMW. Apparently they don’t provide such information on their site, only some general info. I’d like to know things like vehicle length, inside headroom, etc., and what comes standard. BMW could give me some information & said to contact a dealer, but I don’t want to call every time I have a question.

For example what’s the difference between a 330i and 340i? Does either one come with heated seats or is that an option?

What’s the length of a 5 series? Will it fit in my garage?

I’ve been looking at Edmunds & other sites for dimensions but they don’t list equipment. Is there some online source for this data so I can compare which features come with which trim levels?

Thanks

This may help with the dimension aspect of what you were looking for:

https://g80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1811900

Then again, maybe not.

[wwhan]

search here: https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/globa...pecifications/

Specifications of the BMW 5 Series Sedan, valid from 03/2025.

The new BMW 2 Series Coupé - Specifications

The new BMW 3 Series Sedan – Specifications.

[Josh-PA]

Here are a few sites I use for this kind of thing:
1: Go to the sticky section of each generation of car section here and look at the PDFs for ordering and pricing guides by year. There are some great resources if you want to compare available and standard features by model https://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=207437
https://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=692312


2. BMW VIN Decoder: www.mdecoder.com
(may need VPN for mulitple VINs)

3. Car sized (comparison tools for overall sizing: https://www.carsized.com/en/cars/com...units=imperial

4. Auto Brochures archive: https://www.auto-brochures.com/bmw.html
(looks like it might not be updated past 2019)

5. This is a pay site, but if you want a window sticker for a car: https://monroneylabels.com/

This is the most accurate way to get a spec sheet on a car.

[JABCAT]

Originally Posted by Chuck99

I could not find anything on the BMW website that listed specs or dimensions so I called BMW. Apparently they don’t provide such information on their site, only some general info. I’d like to know things like vehicle length, inside headroom, etc., and what comes standard. BMW could give me some information & said to contact a dealer, but I don’t want to call every time I have a question.

For example what’s the difference between a 330i and 340i? Does either one come with heated seats or is that an option?

What’s the length of a 5 series? Will it fit in my garage?

I’ve been looking at Edmunds & other sites for dimensions but they don’t list equipment. Is there some online source for this data so I can compare which features come with which trim levels?

Thanks

www.bmwusa.com provides general information about each model on that model's webpage along with an FAQ with answers to such things as "what safety features come standard on 3-series, or what "smart features are included in the 3-series". Then go to "build your own" and they provides a list of standard features for each model on the vehicle summary page.

On the build your own model home page, for example, you can see a 330i has a 2.0-liter turbo inline 4 cylinder engine making 255 hp, 35 mpg & 5.6 sec 0-60 mph while the M340i comes with a 3.0-liter turbo inline 6 cylinder engine making 386 hp, 33 mpg, and 4.4 sec 0-60 mph.

[Chuck99]

Originally Posted by wwhan

search here: https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/globa...pecifications/

Specifications of the BMW 5 Series Sedan, valid from 03/2025.

The new BMW 2 Series Coupé - Specifications

The new BMW 3 Series Sedan – Specifications.

Thanks, that helps a lot.

I looked at Pressclub when I was speaking with BMW on the phone but did not find specs such as you posted, and the rep was not helpful. Thanks again.

[Chuck99]

Originally Posted by JABCAT

www.bmwusa.com provides general information about each model on that model's webpage along with an FAQ with answers to such things as "what safety features come standard on 3-series, or what "smart features are included in the 3-series". Then go to "build your own" and they provides a list of standard features for each model on the vehicle summary page.

On the build your own model home page, for example, you can see a 330i has a 2.0-liter turbo inline 4 cylinder engine making 255 hp, 35 mpg & 5.6 sec 0-60 mph while the M340i comes with a 3.0-liter turbo inline 6 cylinder engine making 386 hp, 33 mpg, and 4.4 sec 0-60 mph.

Thanks for showing me the way.

[Chuck99]

Originally Posted by Josh-PA

Here are a few sites I use for this kind of thing:
1: Go to the sticky section of each generation of car section here and look at the PDFs for ordering and pricing guides by year. There are some great resources if you want to compare available and standard features by model https://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=207437
https://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=692312


2. BMW VIN Decoder: www.mdecoder.com
(may need VPN for mulitple VINs)

3. Car sized (comparison tools for overall sizing: https://www.carsized.com/en/cars/com...units=imperial

4. Auto Brochures archive: https://www.auto-brochures.com/bmw.html
(looks like it might not be updated past 2019)

5. This is a pay site, but if you want a window sticker for a car: https://monroneylabels.com/

This is the most accurate way to get a spec sheet on a car.

Thanks -
That Carsized comparison tool is really neat.

[Josh-PA]

Maybe we should start a separate thread for useful car info sites, but I came across this:
https://check-car.eu/bmw/bmw-service...y-check-online

It's a Euro pay site, but does provide very good / accurate service history for a BMW based on VIN. If you're shopping for a newer pre-owned BMW, this is another good resource with more service details than Carfax.

[tturedraider]

A lot of ordering and pricing information is available right here on Bimmerpost. For the 2025 model year for the 3 Series - https://g20.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=2108515

If you Google - BMW model year (say 2023) G30 (for the 5 Series) ordering guide or pricing guide one of the first results will usually be the page on Bimmerpost or Bimmerfest that has those documents.
https://g30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1927747

The Ordering Guide is not always available, but the Pricing Guide is virtually always available.

[RockCrusher]

Originally Posted by Chuck99

I could not find anything on the BMW website that listed specs or dimensions so I called BMW. Apparently they don’t provide such information on their site, only some general info. I’d like to know things like vehicle length, inside headroom, etc., and what comes standard. BMW could give me some information & said to contact a dealer, but I don’t want to call every time I have a question.

For example what’s the difference between a 330i and 340i? Does either one come with heated seats or is that an option?

What’s the length of a 5 series? Will it fit in my garage?

I’ve been looking at Edmunds & other sites for dimensions but they don’t list equipment. Is there some online source for this data so I can compare which features come with which trim levels?

Thanks

The times I've searched for specifications of various cars Car & Driver web site shows up. And the times I have visited the Car & Driver link to check out what info is provided I have not been disappointed.

Use the year make model in your search and select the Car&Driver link.

Or just go to

https://www.caranddriver.com/

and begin your search there.

[Timmer-Bimmer]

BMWUSA has specifications for all X5 models on their website. It is strange that I can’t find a similar page for the 5 series, for example.

Here is the page for the X5 M60i. https://www.bmwusa.com/vehicles/x-mo...specifications

To get there, Go to BMWUSA.com

Scroll to near the bottom where it says “Select a Series”.

Pick “X5” to see the X5 Series.

The Models are listed and you can click “See Full Specifacations”.

[tu:ct]

I come more and more to the conclusion that AI is the fastest way to get to most specifications or even comparisons of specs for different options or models. Try chatGPT. Even the free version gives you in my experience everything there is to know. Just ask in plain English. If the answer is not there right away it conducts a search saving you the time.

[tu:ct]

Just to add to my previous post. Using the question form Chuck99 that started the thread and putting it into chapgpt.com:

> What’s the difference between a BMW 330i and BMW 340i? Does either one come with heated seats or is that an option?

One gets:

The BMW 330i and BMW 340i are both part of the 3 Series lineup, but they differ mainly in performance, engine specs, and some standard features. Here's a breakdown:

🔧 Performance & Engine:
BMW 330i:

Engine: 2.0L TwinPower Turbo inline-4
Horsepower: ~255 hp
0–60 mph: ~5.6 seconds
More focused on efficiency and a balanced drive
BMW 340i (or M340i in newer models):

Engine: 3.0L TwinPower Turbo inline-6
Horsepower: ~382 hp (M340i, newer G20 gen)
0–60 mph: ~4.1 seconds
Much quicker, sportier, and often includes upgraded suspension, brakes, and M Performance parts
🎛️ Features (like Heated Seats):
Heated Seats:

Not always standard on either the 330i or 340i.
Usually part of a Convenience Package, Premium Package, or a standalone option.
Some trims or packages include heated front seats, and higher trims may offer heated rear seats and steering wheel too.
So whether either comes with heated seats depends on the trim level and selected options. If you're looking at a used model or a new one on a dealer lot, it’s best to check the window sticker or ask for the build sheet.

Want help figuring out what year or model might be best for you—or how to find one with heated seats?