Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW 5-Series | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 Diesel DOHC-4v 255 hp@4000 413 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3800 400 lb-ft@1600 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,969 mm | 2,873 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 4,869 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,859 mm | 1,854 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,463 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,853 kg | 1,841 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 80 L | -10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 963 mm | -962 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 970 mm | 3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,427 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 897 mm | 909 mm | -12 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,958 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 521 L | 450 L | 71 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 BMW 5-Series.
2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 302-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great comfort. Low dash makes seeing out good for my short wife. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |