Model Year | 2017 | 2007 | |
Model | BMW X5 | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 Diesel DOHC-4v 255 hp@4000 413 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 215 hp@3800 398 lb-ft@1400 |
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Transmission | 8-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 | 193.2 in | 200.3 in | -7.1 in |
Width | 76.3 in | 75.6 in | 0.7 in |
Height | 69.4 in | 72.4 in | -3 in |
Curb Weight | 4930 lb. | 5296 lb. | -366 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.4 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -3.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 40.1 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.5 in | 58.3 in | 2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 40.3 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 40.6 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 58.9 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 39.5 in | -2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.0 in | -34 in |
Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | -36.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.9 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 8.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 22.9 | 43.8 ft3 | -20.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.0 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -17.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 BMW X5.
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2007 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |