Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | |
Model | BMW 5-Series | Mercedes-Benz GLS | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 335 hp@5500 332 lb-ft@1380 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 577 hp@5500 561 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 121.1 in | -4 in |
Length | 194.6 in | 202.0 in | -7.4 in |
Width | 73.5 in | 76.1 in | -2.6 in |
Height | 58.2 in | 72.8 in | -14.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4019 lb. | 5754 lb. | -1735 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -8.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 41.2 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 58.5 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.3 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 40.0 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 58.3 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 38.5 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.9 in | -38.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.0 in | -35 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | -35.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.7 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 2.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.7 | 49.4 ft3 | -30.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.7 ft3 | 93.8 ft3 | -75.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 BMW 5-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS.