BMW 5 Series vs. Chrysler 300
When comparing the BMW 5 Series to the Chrysler 300, the BMW 5 Series has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and overall quality score. The Chrysler 300 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW 5 Series versus the Chrysler 300, the Chrysler 300 is a better car than the BMW 5 Series.
BMW 5 Series versus Chrysler 300 Pricing
For a new model, the BMW 5 Series's price is between $58,260 and $88,966, with the Chrysler 300 priced between $35,137 and $48,736.
BMW 5 Series versus Chrysler 300 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 5 Series is 7.8 out of 10 while the Chrysler 300's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the BMW 5 Series being ranked 13 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Chrysler 300 being ranked 5 out of 8 Best Large Cars.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW 5 Series’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the Chrysler 300 base engine makes 292 horsepower. The 5 Series is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 594 miles. The 300 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles. The 5 Series uses premium unleaded, and the 300 uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Chrysler 300, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The BMW 5 Series, a midsize car, has the advantage in the area of front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Chrysler 300 has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$58,260 - $88,966
Used Asking Price:
$56,511 - $83,042
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
59.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$35,137 - $48,736
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
51.3%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Most Reliable Luxury Midsize Cars
Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
13 out of / 29Luxury Midsize Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
26 out of / 29iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 8Large Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 5Ranking
6 out of / 8Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive
Trim Levels
C, S V6, S V8, Touring, Touring L
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
257 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
292 hp @ 6350 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
450 / 594 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 30 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 555 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
14 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Cargo Space:
16.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
122.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3783 lbs
Width:
83.7 inches
Height:
58.2 inches
Length:
195.8 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4013 lbs
Width:
75 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
198.6 inches
Wheelbase:
120 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum
Tire Size:
P215/65R17
