Model Year | 2015 | 2008 | |
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 | 193.4 in | 203.0 in | -9.6 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. | 4829 lb. | -1015 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 | 35.3 in | 36.2 in | -0.9 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 | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -31.7 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 BMW 5-Series.
2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
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 |
2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |