Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
Engine | 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 414 hp@8300 295 lb-ft@3900 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@5250 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 | 2,761 mm | 2,916 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,526 mm | 4,803 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,816 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,417 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,730 kg | 2,376 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 93 L | -33 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 950 mm | 988 mm | -38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,054 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 978 mm | -13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 975 mm | -96 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,933 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 702 L | 1,025 L | 701 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,642 L | 2,010 L | -1 L |
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.
2013 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
No more back or leg pain on long trips. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |