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BMW 5-Series (2017) vs. Mercedes-Benz G-Class (2012) Specs

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2017 BMW 5-Series and 2012 Mercedes-Benz G-Class Specifications

Model Year 2017 2012  
Model BMW 5-Series Mercedes-Benz G-Class  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
335 hp@5500
332 lb-ft@1380
5.5L V8
DOHC-4v
382 hp@6000
391 lb-ft@2800
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD w/low range  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 117.1 in 112.2 in 4.9 in
Length 194.6 in 184.5 in 10.1 in
Width 73.5 in 71.8 in 1.7 in
Height 58.2 in 76.0 in -17.8 in
Curb Weight 4019 lb. 5510 lb. -1491 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.0 gal. 25.4 gal. -7.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.8 in 42.2 in -3.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.7 in 53.7 in 5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 51.5 in -51.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 52.5 in -11.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.5 in 40.0 in -2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.9 in 56.3 in -0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 53.9 in -53.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.5 in 41.9 in -5.4 in
Total Legroom 77.9 in (over 2 rows) 94.4 in (over 2 rows) -16.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 18.7 ft3 45.2 ft3 -26.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 18.7 ft3 79.5 ft3 -60.8 ft3

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