Model Year | 2017 | 2021 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | Mercedes-Benz GLS | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 425 hp@5500 406 lb-ft@1850 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 603 hp@5750 627 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 123.4 in | -12.8 in |
Length | 182.0 in | 205.0 in | -23 in |
Width | 71.3 in | 79.9 in | -8.6 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 71.8 in | -15.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3791 lb. | 5828 lb. | -2037 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.4 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 59.3 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 40.3 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 40.2 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.5 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 41.9 in | -6.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.6 in | -34.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 116.8 in (over 3 rows) | -39.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.5 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | 0.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 17.5 | 42.7 ft3 | -25.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.0 ft3 | 84.7 ft3 | -31.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 BMW 3-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS.