| Model Year | 2011 | 2023 | |
| Model | BMW 7-Series | Mercedes-Benz GLE | |
| Engine | turbocharged 4.4L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 455 hp@5500 515 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 483 hp@5500 516 lb-ft@2000 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 126.4 in | 117.9 in | 8.5 in |
| Length | 205.3 in | 194.3 in | 11 in |
| Width | 74.9 in | 76.6 in | -1.7 in |
| Height | 58.7 in | 70.7 in | -12 in |
| Curb Weight | 4841 lb. | 5280 lb. | -439 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 40.5 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 59.3 in | -0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.3 in | 0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 36.9 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 58.3 in | -0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 40.9 in | 3.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 85.5 in (over 2 rows) | 81.2 in (over 2 rows) | 4.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.7 ft3 | 33.3 ft3 | -15.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 17.7 ft3 | 74.9 ft3 | -57.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 BMW 7-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE.