| Model Year | 2011 | 2023 | |
| Model | BMW 1-Series | Mercedes-Benz GLB | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1200 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 302 hp@5800 295 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 111.4 in | -6.7 in |
| Length | 171.7 in | 182.4 in | -10.7 in |
| Width | 68.8 in | 72.2 in | -3.4 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 65.3 in | -9.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3439 lb. | 3869 lb. | -430 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 40.7 in | -2.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 55.9 in | -1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.1 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.3 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 54.9 in | -1.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.0 in | 38.1 in | -6.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.8 in | -34.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.8 in | -43.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.1 in | -29.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 108.3 in (over 3 rows) | -34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.0 ft3 | 22.0 ft3 | -12 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.0 ft3 | 62.0 ft3 | -52 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 BMW 1-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB.