| Model Year | 2018 | 2023 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GLA | BMW X4 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 375 hp@6000 350 lb-ft@2250 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 473 hp@6250 457 lb-ft@2750 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.8 in | -6.5 in |
| Length | 173.9 in | 187.6 in | -13.7 in |
| Width | 71.0 in | 75.5 in | -4.5 in |
| Height | 60.0 in | 63.8 in | -3.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3457 lb. | 4597 lb. | -1140 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 17.2 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.3 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 57.5 in | -2.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 40.7 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 37.5 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 56.0 in | -2.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 35.5 in | -1.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 18.5 ft3 | -1.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 43.6 ft3 | 50.5 ft3 | -6.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 BMW X4.