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BMW X3 (2006) vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 BMW X3 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class specs.

2006 BMW X3 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Specifications

Model Year 2006 2006  
Model BMW X3 Mercedes-Benz M-Class  
Engine 3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
225 hp@5900
214 lb-ft@3500
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
268 hp@6000
258 lb-ft@2400
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.1 in 114.7 in -4.6 in
Length 179.7 in 188.5 in -8.8 in
Width 73.0 in 75.2 in -2.2 in
Height 66.0 in 69.8 in -3.8 in
Curb Weight 4067 lb. 4623 lb. -556 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.7 gal. 25.1 gal. -7.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.1 in 39.9 in -1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.8 in 59.9 in -4.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 55.0 in -55 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.2 in 42.2 in -2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 39.8 in -2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.4 in 59.8 in -4.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.8 in 40.0 in -4.2 in
Total Legroom 76 in (over 2 rows) 82.2 in (over 2 rows) -6.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 30.0 ft3 29.4 ft3 0.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 71.0 ft3 72.4 ft3 -1.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 BMW X3

2006 BMW X3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual AWD
With the comfort seat option, you can customize seat position to you preference, including lumbar and shoulder adjustment. Decent support for someone up to 6 feet tall. Heated seats work very well. see full BMW X3 review
2006 BMW X3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual AWD
A little cramped and very stiff seats. see full BMW X3 review
2006 4dr SUV 225-horsepower 3.0L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
seats are underpadded and undercontoured see full BMW X3 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class

2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Can drive this vehicle all day long and not be tired. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review
2006 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Seats with warmers are great see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review
2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2005 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 5.0L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
Space is limited for adults in the back espically if the front passenger is tall. Seats are not bucket like the front so if driver takes a hard turn you go flying. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review
 
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