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BMW X3 (2014) vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2014 BMW X3 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class specs.

2014 BMW X3 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Specifications

Model Year 2014 2006  
Model BMW X3 Mercedes-Benz M-Class  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5800
300 lb-ft@1300
5.0L V8
OHC-3v
302 hp@5600
339 lb-ft@2700
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.6 in 114.7 in -4.1 in
Length 183.0 in 188.5 in -5.5 in
Width 74.1 in 75.2 in -1.1 in
Height 65.4 in 69.8 in -4.4 in
Curb Weight 4222 lb. 4743 lb. -521 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.7 gal. 25.1 gal. -7.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.7 in 39.9 in 0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.3 in 59.9 in -2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 55.0 in -55 in
Legroom, Row 1 39.9 in 42.2 in -2.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.1 in 39.8 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.0 in 59.8 in -3.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.8 in 40.0 in -3.2 in
Total Legroom 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 82.2 in (over 2 rows) -5.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 27.6 ft3 29.4 ft3 -1.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 63.3 ft3 72.4 ft3 -9.1 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 BMW X3

2014 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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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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