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2008 BMW 1-Series and 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | BMW 1-Series | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1400 |
5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 121.1 in | -16.4 in |
| Length | 171.7 in | 200.6 in | -28.9 in |
| Width | 68.8 in | 76.0 in | -7.2 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 72.4 in | -16.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3384 lb. | 5434 lb. | -2050 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -12 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 40.1 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 58.3 in | -4.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.3 in | 1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 40.6 in | -3.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 58.9 in | -5.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.0 in | 39.5 in | -7.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.2 in | -34.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -40.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.0 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | -4.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 10.0 | 43.8 ft3 | -33.8 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.0 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -73.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW 1-Series
| 2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Sport seats are great see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Either young children for longer drives or most adults for trips below 30-40 miles each way. Just a "small car" (though with more rear-room that Lexus 250-350 4-door series!). see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Impractical for adults for anything but short runs see full BMW 1-Series review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
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