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Mercedes-Benz GLS (2021) vs. BMW 6-Series (2012) Specs

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2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS and 2012 BMW 6-Series Specifications

Model Year 2021 2012  
Model Mercedes-Benz GLS BMW 6-Series  
Engine turbocharged
4.0L V8 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
603 hp@5750
627 lb-ft@2500
turbocharged
4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
560 hp@6000
500 lb-ft@1500
 
Transmission 9-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain AWD RWD  
Body 4dr SUV 2dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 123.4 in 112.4 in 11 in
Length 205.0 in 192.8 in 12.2 in
Width 79.9 in 74.6 in 5.3 in
Height 71.8 in 53.9 in 17.9 in
Curb Weight 5828 lb. 4284 lb. 1544 lb.
Fuel Capacity 23.8 gal. 18.5 gal. 5.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 40.0 in -0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.3 in 56.9 in 2.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.3 in 42.1 in -1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.2 in 35.7 in 4.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.5 in 49.7 in 8.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 41.9 in 30.5 in 11.4 in
Legroom, Row 3 34.6 in 0.0 in 34.6 in
Total Legroom 116.8 in (over 3 rows) 72.6 in (over 2 rows) 44.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 17.4 ft3 16.2 ft3 1.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 42.7 ft3 16.2 26.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 84.7 ft3 16.2 ft3 68.5 ft3

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