Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
Model | BMW 7-Series | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 500 hp@5500 516 lb-ft@3000 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@5250 516 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,211 mm | 2,916 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,215 mm | 4,803 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,902 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,491 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,205 kg | 2,376 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 82 L | 93 L | -11 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,036 mm | 988 mm | -987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,504 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 988 mm | 978 mm | 10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,463 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,125 mm | 975 mm | -974 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,172 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 501 L | 1,025 L | 500 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 17.7 | 2,010 L | 15.7 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW 7-Series.
2013 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 |
No more back or leg pain on long trips. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |