550=5401lbs > X5 5.0=5150lbs

spmd11 · 09-15-2013, 07:38 PM

This is nuts!

The new X5 5.0 is 250lbs lighter than a 550 sedan?

If this is true, why is the 550 faster 0-60?

These numbers posted in specs section on bmwusa site.

Gator_Bimmer · 09-15-2013, 07:58 PM

I believe BMW USA switched to now show GVWR for the 5 series (not sure on other vehicles)... so I believe the actual weight of the 5 series models is 1000 lbs less than the GVWR numbers shown there.

spmd11 · 09-15-2013, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Gator_Bimmer

I believe BMW USA switched to now show GVWR for the 5 series (not sure on other vehicles)... so I believe the actual weight of the 5 series models is 1000 lbs less than the GVWR numbers shown there.

So, what is GVWR?

twelve535i · 09-15-2013, 09:15 PM

From howstuffworks.com : You can think of the GVWR as a weight limit for your specific vehicle -- a weight limit set by the automaker. Gross vehicle weight ratings take into account the base curb weight of the vehicle plus the weight of any optional accessories, cargo and passengers.

Boss330 · 09-16-2013, 02:20 AM

The BMWUSA.com website clearly states that the weight quoted is GVWR, not curb weight.

Go to bmw.co.uk or other european BMW websites to find the curb weight.

scott135i · 09-16-2013, 01:21 PM

A 550i is around 4200-4300 lbs.. and the 550xi is around 4500-4600.

I have a fully optioned 550xi... I am going to get it weighed.

BMWrules7 · 09-17-2013, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by scott135i

A 550i is around 4200-4300 lbs.. and the 550xi is around 4500-4600.

I have a fully optioned 550xi... I am going to get it weighed.

Let us know the results!

zzzbullseye · 09-18-2013, 06:43 AM

CAT Scale locator for those interested. Accuracy to the nearest 20 lbs. I think they charge around $10.

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spmd11 Major 290 Rep 1,079 Posts Drives: 2020 X3MC Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Austin, TX iTrader: (4)	550=5401lbs > X5 5.0=5150lbs This is nuts! The new X5 5.0 is 250lbs lighter than a 550 sedan? If this is true, why is the 550 faster 0-60? These numbers posted in specs section on bmwusa site. __________________ 2020 X3MC, 2018 Porsche Macan, 2019 X3 3.0i, 2016 981 Cayman S
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Gator_Bimmer Enlisted Member 0 Rep 43 Posts Drives: 2014 535i M Sport Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: FL iTrader: (0)	I believe BMW USA switched to now show GVWR for the 5 series (not sure on other vehicles)... so I believe the actual weight of the 5 series models is 1000 lbs less than the GVWR numbers shown there.
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twelve535i Major 478 Rep 1,363 Posts Drives: 2015 X5 35i M Sport Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: New York iTrader: (3)	From howstuffworks.com : You can think of the GVWR as a weight limit for your specific vehicle -- a weight limit set by the automaker. Gross vehicle weight ratings take into account the base curb weight of the vehicle plus the weight of any optional accessories, cargo and passengers.
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Boss330 Major General 1712 Rep 5,109 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Earth iTrader: (0)	The BMWUSA.com website clearly states that the weight quoted is GVWR, not curb weight. Go to bmw.co.uk or other european BMW websites to find the curb weight.
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scott135i Colonel 355 Rep 2,080 Posts Drives: 2020 X5 M50i Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NYC Metro iTrader: (12)	A 550i is around 4200-4300 lbs.. and the 550xi is around 4500-4600. I have a fully optioned 550xi... I am going to get it weighed.
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zzzbullseye BMW Addict 101 Rep 792 Posts Drives: 2011 550i (F10) Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: St. Louis iTrader: (4)	CAT Scale locator for those interested. Accuracy to the nearest 20 lbs. I think they charge around $10. __________________ '11 Black Sapphire F10 550i l ZSP l Avant Garde 20" M310
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