Model Year | 2017 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW 5-Series | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 335 hp@5500 332 lb-ft@1380 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@5250 516 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 | 2,974 mm | 2,916 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,943 mm | 4,803 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,867 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,478 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,823 kg | 2,376 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 93 L | -25 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 986 mm | 988 mm | -2 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,491 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 978 mm | -25 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 927 mm | 975 mm | -48 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 530 L | 1,025 L | 529 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.7 | 2,010 L | 16.7 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 BMW 5-Series.
2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
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