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BMW X5 (2012) vs. Mercedes-Benz GL (2009) Specs

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2012 BMW X5 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL Specifications

Model Year 2012 2009  
Model BMW X5 Mercedes-Benz GL  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L I6 Diesel
DOHC-4v
265 hp@4200
425 lb-ft@1750
turbocharged
3.0L V6 Diesel
DOHC-4v
210 hp@3800
398 lb-ft@1600
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 115.5 in 121.1 in -5.6 in
Length 191.2 in 200.6 in -9.4 in
Width 76.1 in 76.0 in 0.1 in
Height 69.9 in 72.4 in -2.5 in
Curb Weight 5379 lb. 5313 lb. 66 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.5 gal. 26.0 gal. -3.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.3 in 40.1 in -0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 60.0 in 58.3 in 1.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.0 in 40.3 in -0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.0 in 40.6 in -1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.0 in 58.9 in -0.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.6 in 39.5 in -2.9 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 38.2 in -38.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 50.5 in -50.5 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 34.2 in -34.2 in
Total Legroom 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 114 in (over 3 rows) -37.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 7.1 ft3 14.3 ft3 -7.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 21.9 ft3 43.8 ft3 -21.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 61.8 ft3 83.3 ft3 -21.5 ft3

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2009 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review
 
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