Model Year | 2017 | 2008 | |
Model | BMW X3 | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
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 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,809 mm | 3,216 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,669 mm | 5,156 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,882 mm | 1,923 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,679 mm | 1,661 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,919 kg | 2,240 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 67 L | 95 L | -28 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,532 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,013 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 993 mm | 1,026 mm | 992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,514 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 927 mm | 919 mm | 8 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 945 mm | -945 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,341 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 823 mm | -823 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,941 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,753 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 782 L | 433 L | 349 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.6 | 1,195 L | 26.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,792 L | 2,407 L | -1 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 BMW X3.
2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |