Model Year | 2012 | 2016 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 414 hp@8300 295 lb-ft@3900 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 550 hp@5750 560 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 121.0 in | -12.3 in |
Length | 178.2 in | 201.6 in | -23.4 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 76.4 in | -4.9 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 72.8 in | -17 in |
Curb Weight | 3815 lb. | 5687 lb. | -1872 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -10.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 41.2 in | -3.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 58.5 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 40.3 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 40.0 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.3 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 38.5 in | -3.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.9 in | -38.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.0 in | -35 in |
Total Legroom | 76.1 in (over 2 rows) | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | -37.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.8 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.8 | 49.4 ft3 | -24.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.0 ft3 | 93.8 ft3 | -35.8 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.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL.