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BMW 1-Series (2010) vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 BMW 1-Series and 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class specs.

2010 BMW 1-Series and 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Specifications

Model Year 2010 2012  
Model BMW 1-Series Mercedes-Benz M-Class  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
224 kW@5800
407 Nm@1400
turbocharged
5.5L V8
DOHC-4v
386 kW@5250
700 Nm@1750
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 2dr Coupe 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,659 mm 2,916 mm 0 mm
Length 4,361 mm 4,803 mm 0 mm
Width 1,748 mm 1,910 mm 0 mm
Height 1,422 mm 1,796 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,535 kg 2,376 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 53 L 93 L -40 L
Headroom, Row 1 963 mm 988 mm -25 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,372 mm 1,486 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,052 mm 1,024 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 942 mm 978 mm -36 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,356 mm 1,483 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 813 mm 975 mm -162 mm
Total Legroom 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 283 L 1,025 L 282 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 10.0 2,010 L 8

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 BMW 1-Series

2010 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class

2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
No more back or leg pain on long trips. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review
 
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