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BMW 7-Series (2015) vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS (2012) Specs

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2015 BMW 7-Series and 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS Specifications

Model Year 2015 2012  
Model BMW 7-Series Mercedes-Benz CLS  
Engine turbocharged
4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
540 hp@5200
538 lb-ft@2800
turbocharged
5.5L V8
DOHC-4v
518 hp@5250
516 lb-ft@1700
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 120.9 in 113.2 in 7.7 in
Length 199.8 in 194.5 in 5.3 in
Width 74.9 in 74.1 in 0.8 in
Height 58.3 in 55.8 in 2.5 in
Curb Weight 4655 lb. 4277 lb. 378 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.7 gal. 21.1 gal. 0.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.6 in 36.9 in 3.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.2 in 57.1 in 2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 58.0 in -58 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 42.1 in -0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.5 in 36.1 in 2.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.2 in 56.5 in 0.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 57.6 in -57.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.4 in 35.0 in 3.4 in
Total Legroom 79.6 in (over 2 rows) 77.1 in (over 2 rows) 2.5 in
Cargo Volume 17.7 ft3 15.3 ft3 2.4 ft3

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