I am looking for GVWR [Gross Vehicle Weight Rating] info. None of the manufacturers list max cargo/passenger weight limits on their websites.
The information is there but typically hard to find. We list weight ratings with our Side-By-Side Comparison tool, found here. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVRW) is defined as: “The maximum a vehicle can safely weigh when loaded, including the vehicle itself, occupants, cargo and optional equipment.”
All the weight ratings and tow capacity specifications are listed once you select a specific trim level in our compare tool. Below is a link to the BMW X5’s specs sheet as we list it on Cars.com. The X5’s GVWR is 5,963 lbs., with available 6,327 lbs. most likely due to towing or heavy-duty packages. GVWR is typically listed near the bottom of the page with other numeric specs.
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Jim, BMW typically lists the weight distribution on its consumer site in the technical specifications. Is there any particular model you had in mind?
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How about axle weight distribution? It is very difficult to find out how weight is distributed between axles and that definitely affects handling. (Yes, I drive a BMW and that's part and parcel of the fixation on this factoid.)