| Model Year | 2023 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GLB | BMW X5 | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 115.5 in | -4.1 in |
| Length | 182.4 in | 191.2 in | -8.8 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 76.1 in | -3.9 in |
| Height | 65.3 in | 69.9 in | -4.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3638 lb. | 4960 lb. | -1322 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.3 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 60.0 in | -4.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 40.0 in | 1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.0 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 58.0 in | -3.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 36.6 in | 1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 34.8 in | 0.0 in | 34.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 43.8 in | 0.0 in | 43.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.1 in | 0.0 in | 29.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 108.3 in (over 3 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 31.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.0 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 22.0 | 21.9 ft3 | 0.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.0 ft3 | 61.8 ft3 | 0.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW X5.