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BMW 3-Series (2018) vs. Mercedes-Benz GL (2008) Specs

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2018 BMW 3-Series and 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Specifications

Model Year 2018 2008  
Model BMW 3-Series Mercedes-Benz GL  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4 Diesel
DOHC-4v
180 hp@4000
280 lb-ft@1750
turbocharged
3.0L V6 Diesel
DOHC-4v
215 hp@3800
398 lb-ft@1400
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,809 mm 3,076 mm -1 mm
Length 4,623 mm 5,095 mm -1 mm
Width 1,811 mm 1,930 mm 0 mm
Height 1,430 mm 1,839 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,749 kg 2,410 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 60 L 98 L -38 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,026 mm 1,019 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,400 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,067 mm 1,024 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 973 mm 1,031 mm 972 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,400 mm 1,496 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 889 mm 1,003 mm 888 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 970 mm -970 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,283 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 869 mm -869 mm
Total Legroom 1,956 mm (over 2 rows) 2,896 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 496 L 405 L 91 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 17.5 1,240 L 16.5
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,501 L 2,359 L -1 L

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2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2007 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review
 
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