Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | BMW 2-Series | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
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Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 121.1 in | -15.2 in |
Length | 174.5 in | 200.6 in | -26.1 in |
Width | 69.8 in | 76.0 in | -6.2 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 72.4 in | -16.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3300 lb. | 5280 lb. | -1980 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -12.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.1 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 58.3 in | -3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 40.3 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 40.6 in | -4.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 58.9 in | -5.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.0 in | 39.5 in | -6.5 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 | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -39.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.7 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | -0.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.7 | 43.8 ft3 | -30.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.7 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -69.6 ft3 |
2014 BMW 2-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The driving position feels natural. Buttons and dials are easily accessible, and everything's adjustable if you need to. After a few-hour drive down highway 1, I noticed that my back didn't hurt like it does on most other cars. The seats aren't that soft to the touch, and are quite supportive in cornering, but they are very well-sculpted. Who knew a congenital back defect could be so useful in car evaluation? see full BMW 2-Series review |
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 |