| Model Year | 2018 | 2023 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GLE | BMW i7 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 550 hp@5750 516 lb-ft@1750 |
Electric 536 hp 549 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 126.6 in | -11.8 in |
| Length | 189.1 in | 212.2 in | -23.1 in |
| Width | 75.8 in | 76.8 in | -1 in |
| Height | 70.7 in | 60.8 in | 9.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 5238 lb. | 5917 lb. | -679 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 24.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.8 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 61.0 in | -2.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.2 in | -0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.6 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 56.3 in | 2.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 43.3 in | -4.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 84.5 in (over 2 rows) | -5.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.2 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.3 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | 62.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 BMW i7.