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2011 BMW 5-Series and 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
| Model | BMW 5-Series | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 126.6 in | -9.7 in |
| Length | 193.1 in | 203.0 in | -9.9 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 75.7 in | -2.5 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 65.4 in | -7.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3814 lb. | 4841 lb. | -1027 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 39.8 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 60.3 in | -2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 39.8 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 40.4 in | -2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 59.6 in | -3.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 36.2 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -30.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.4 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 3.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.4 | 42.2 ft3 | -23.8 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.4 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -66.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 5-Series
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The STANDARD leather seating surfaces on the 2006 front seats - way better feel than artico leather. The adjustment range to get things just right and the head rest. Very cozy. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3 row seating see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This has to be, by far, the roomiest Mercedes period. Back seat comfort, even in the third row, is unmatched. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seating for 6. Great for kids. Easy to get into. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
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