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2012 BMW 3-Series and 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 | |
| Model | BMW 3-Series | Mercedes-Benz GLE | |
| Engine | 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 414 hp@8300 295 lb-ft@3900 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 550 hp@5750 516 lb-ft@1750 |
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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 | 114.8 in | -6.1 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 189.1 in | -10.9 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 75.8 in | -4.3 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 70.7 in | -14.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3815 lb. | 5238 lb. | -1423 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -8.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 38.9 in | -1.5 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 | 38.5 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.4 in | -3.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 38.4 in | -3.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -2.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.8 ft3 | 38.2 ft3 | -13.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.0 ft3 | 80.3 ft3 | -22.3 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 BMW 3-Series
| 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 | |
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