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BMW 3-Series (2016) vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA (2021) Specs

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2016 BMW 3-Series and 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA Specifications

Model Year 2016 2021  
Model BMW 3-Series Mercedes-Benz GLA  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
425 hp@5500
406 lb-ft@1850
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
382 hp@6500
354 lb-ft@4750
 
Transmission 7-speed automated manual 8-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.6 in 107.4 in 3.2 in
Length 182.0 in 173.6 in 8.4 in
Width 71.3 in 72.2 in -0.9 in
Height 56.3 in 63.5 in -7.2 in
Curb Weight 3785 lb. 3847 lb. -62 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.8 gal. 12.7 gal. 3.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.4 in 39.0 in 1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.1 in 55.9 in -0.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.0 in 41.0 in 1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.3 in 38.1 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.1 in 54.8 in 0.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.0 in 38.0 in -3 in
Total Legroom 77 in (over 2 rows) 79 in (over 2 rows) -2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 17.5 ft3 15.4 ft3 2.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 53.0 ft3 50.5 ft3 2.5 ft3

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