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BMW X3 (2013) vs. Mercedes-Benz GLK (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 BMW X3 and 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK specs.

2013 BMW X3 and 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK Specifications

Model Year 2013 2010  
Model BMW X3 Mercedes-Benz GLK  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5800
300 lb-ft@1300
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
268 hp@6000
258 lb-ft@2400
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.6 in 108.5 in 2.1 in
Length 183.0 in 178.3 in 4.7 in
Width 74.1 in 72.4 in 1.7 in
Height 65.4 in 66.9 in -1.5 in
Curb Weight 4222 lb. 4034 lb. 188 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.7 gal. 17.4 gal. 0.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.7 in 39.8 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.3 in 55.2 in 2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 53.2 in -53.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 39.9 in 41.8 in -1.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.1 in 39.7 in -0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.0 in 55.4 in 0.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 52.5 in -52.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.8 in 35.1 in 1.7 in
Total Legroom 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 76.9 in (over 2 rows) -0.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 27.6 ft3 23.3 ft3 4.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 63.3 ft3 54.7 ft3 8.6 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 BMW X3

2013 BMW X3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 Thanks partly to power-adjustable side bolsters, the X3's optional sport seats are both supportive and comfortable. They're firm where you want them to be firm, yet (unlike those in the Audi and Mercedes-Benz) cushy where you want them to be cushy. The Volvo XC60's seats are also very comfortable, but can't quite match the BMW's lateral support. You sit substantially higher than in a BMW sedan, both relative to the ground and to the instrument panel. The windshield is more distant than in the original X3, making the current one seem considerably larger, but it remains more upright than in most recently designed crossovers. The forward visibility many people buy a crossover to get can be gotten here. Rear seat legroom increased by an inch with the 2011 redesign, and is now competitive. A couple of adults will fit, so there's no compelling functional reason to step up to the X5 unless you require tall people to be comfortable back there. see full BMW X3 review
 

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2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
I have a problem with headroom. So many cars give me less than a half inch from my scalp to the frame on the sunroof. That hurts over bumps, not to mention what my hair looks like when I get out. GLK has over an inch of space for me. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review
2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
If you are 6' plus like me, you will have to adjust the front seat forward if you want passengers to ride with you unless they are quite small. But this is a perfect city hauler for a single or couple. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review
2010 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
When the front seats are positioned comfortably aft for a six footer, the second row passengers have way too little leg room. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review
2010 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Cramped and uncomfortable for anyone over 5 feet tall. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review
2010 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Wife and I are 5.9 and 5.5 respectively. kids can easily kick the seat (whcih in the Benz you want there feet off things). Not bad in sense it feels roomy when in it, but if you are looking for LOTS of space, look elsewhere. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review
2010 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
We've only had the GLK-350 for a week. The backseat seems a little on the small side. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review
2010 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
small see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review
 
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