Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
Model | BMW 2-Series | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5800 330 lb-ft@1400 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 503 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 114.7 in | -8.8 in |
Length | 174.7 in | 188.5 in | -13.8 in |
Width | 69.8 in | 75.2 in | -5.4 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 70.1 in | -14.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3535 lb. | 5093 lb. | -1558 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -11.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.9 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 59.9 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.9 in | -55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 42.2 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 39.8 in | -3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 59.8 in | -6.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.2 in | -56.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.0 in | 40.0 in | -7 in |
Total Legroom | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -7.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 | -15.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.8 ft3 | 72.4 ft3 | -58.6 ft3 |
2015 BMW 2-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The driving position feels natural. Buttons and dials are easily accessible, and everything's adjustable if you need to. After a few-hour drive down highway 1, I noticed that my back didn't hurt like it does on most other cars. The seats aren't that soft to the touch, and are quite supportive in cornering, but they are very well-sculpted. Who knew a congenital back defect could be so useful in car evaluation? see full BMW 2-Series review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Bottom seat cushions are long enough for taller drivers. Padding is not too firm or too soft. Excellent support and an upright, easy-chair seating position, instead of having to extend your legs horizontally to get legroom. Results in no low back pain. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very still and uncomfortable for long drives see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |