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BMW X3 (2016) vs. Mercedes-Benz GL (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2016 BMW X3 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL specs.

2016 BMW X3 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Specifications

Model Year 2016 2008  
Model BMW X3 Mercedes-Benz GL  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4 Diesel
DOHC-4v
134 kW@4000
380 Nm@1750
turbocharged
3.0L V6 Diesel
DOHC-4v
160 kW@3800
540 Nm@1400
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,809 mm 3,076 mm -1 mm
Length 4,669 mm 5,095 mm -1 mm
Width 1,882 mm 1,930 mm 0 mm
Height 1,679 mm 1,839 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,919 kg 2,410 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 67 L 98 L -31 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,034 mm 1,019 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,455 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,013 mm 1,024 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 993 mm 1,031 mm 992 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,422 mm 1,496 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 927 mm 1,003 mm 926 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 970 mm -970 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,283 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 869 mm -869 mm
Total Legroom 1,941 mm (over 2 rows) 2,896 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 782 L 405 L 377 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 27.6 1,240 L 26.6
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,792 L 2,359 L -1 L

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2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review
2007 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review
 
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