| Model Year | 2023 | 2011 | |
| Model | BMW X2 | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@1450 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 126.6 in | -21.5 in |
| Length | 172.2 in | 203.0 in | -30.8 in |
| Width | 71.8 in | 77.1 in | -5.3 in |
| Height | 60.1 in | 65.4 in | -5.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3662 lb. | 4949 lb. | -1287 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.1 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.8 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 60.3 in | -4.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 39.8 in | 0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 40.4 in | -3.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 59.6 in | -5.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 36.2 in | 0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -31.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.6 ft3 | 15.2 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.6 | 42.2 ft3 | -20.6 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 50.1 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -34.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 BMW X2.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class.