Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 121.1 in | -12.4 in |
Length | 178.2 in | 200.6 in | -22.4 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 76.0 in | -4.5 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 72.4 in | -16.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3462 lb. | 5280 lb. | -1818 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -10.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 40.1 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 58.3 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 40.3 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 40.6 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.9 in | -3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 39.5 in | -4.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.2 in | -34.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.1 in (over 2 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -37.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.8 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.8 | 43.8 ft3 | -19 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.0 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -25.3 ft3 |
2012 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2012 | Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW 3-Series.
2009 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |