| Model Year | 2017 | 2020 | |
| Model | BMW X3 | Mercedes-Benz GLB | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5000 260 lb-ft@1250 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 221 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@1800 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 111.4 in | -0.8 in |
| Length | 183.8 in | 182.4 in | 1.4 in |
| Width | 74.1 in | 72.2 in | 1.9 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 65.3 in | 0.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4150 lb. | 3759 lb. | 391 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 40.7 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.9 in | 1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 41.1 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 39.3 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 54.9 in | 1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 38.1 in | -1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.8 in | -34.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.8 in | -43.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.1 in | -29.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 108.3 in (over 3 rows) | -31.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.6 ft3 | 22.0 ft3 | 5.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.3 ft3 | 62.0 ft3 | 1.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 BMW X3.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB.