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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 2,974 mm 2,850 mm 0 mm
Length 4,943 mm 4,686 mm 0 mm
Width 1,867 mm 1,824 mm 0 mm
Height 1,478 mm 1,930 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,823 kg 2,499 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 68 L 96 L -28 L
Headroom, Row 1 986 mm 1,072 mm 985 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,491 mm 1,364 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,308 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,052 mm 1,334 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 953 mm 1,016 mm 952 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,420 mm 1,430 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,369 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 927 mm 1,064 mm 926 mm
Total Legroom 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) 2,398 mm (over 2 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 530 L 1,280 L 529 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 18.7 2,251 L 16.7

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