Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | BMW 5-Series | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,969 mm | 3,076 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,905 mm | 5,095 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,859 mm | 1,930 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,463 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,730 kg | 2,395 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 98 L | -28 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 1,031 mm | 972 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,427 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 917 mm | 1,003 mm | 916 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 970 mm | -970 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,283 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 869 mm | -869 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,896 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 521 L | 405 L | 116 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.4 | 1,240 L | 17.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.4 | 2,359 L | 16.4 |
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |