2023 BMW 3 Series vs 2023 BMW 5 Series

Serving Fairfax, VA

BMW's sedan lineup holds several luxury models to consider, including the premium 3 Series and 5 Series. For 2023, these prestigious options will benefit from several exciting improvements. Our BMW of Fairfax associates want to help you get behind the wheel of an elite sedan that is right for you. What can you expect on the road from the 2023 BMW 3 Series and 5 Series?

Performance

Three powertrain systems are available for the 2023 3 Series. The gas engine is a 255-horsepower, four-cylinder turbo engine. The plug-in hybrid system includes a turbo four-cylinder engine with an electric motor and produces 288 combined horsepower. A mild-hybrid, turbocharged V6 offers 382 combined horsepower.

The 2023 BMW 5 Series has four powertrains. These include a 248-horsepower, four-cylinder, turbo 2.0-liter system and a 335-horsepower, turbo 3.0-liter V6 system. The other options are a 523-horsepower, V8, turbo 4.4-liter gas engine and a 288-horsepower, turbo 2.0-liter, four-liter plug-in hybrid.

Appearance

The 3 Series is the smaller of these two models. Its façade is modern and elegant, with a powerful, arching accent bar on the sides and a swooping hood. The segmented grille is short and wide and effortlessly connects to the premium headlights featuring two LED ribbon elements. The lower fascia on the 3 Series makes a statement with its tall, L-shaped air vents. The 5 Series has a sophisticated look with a swooping roof and a pair of lean accents running across the doors. Near the front wheel, a slanted air vent adds a sporty touch. The nose is similar to the 3 Series. However, the grille is larger and has a chrome surround. The headlights have a more geometric quality, and the lower air intakes are wider and more robust.

Features

The 3 Series and the 3 Series are outfitted to pamper you on the road. Both models' trims come with wood and simulated leather or leather material. They also have a three-zone climate control system, digital driver's gauges, a full-color infotainment system screen, wireless smart device connections, a navigation system, and more. Higher trims for both models are available with keyless entry, heated seats, lane departure alert, a head-up display, adaptive cruise control, evasive steering, and others. The 5 Series also offers a surround-view camera, parking assistance, a drive recorder, massaging front seats, rear sunshades, and a few additional features.

To continue your thorough comparison of the 2023 3 Series and the 2023 5 Series, get behind the wheel to test out their features and abilities in person. Visit our BMW of Fairfax showroom today for personalized assistance.