| Model Year | 2006 | 2023 | |
| Model | BMW X5 | Mercedes-Benz GLS | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 123.4 in | -12.4 in |
| Length | 183.7 in | 205.0 in | -21.3 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 79.9 in | -6.2 in |
| Height | 67.5 in | 71.8 in | -4.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4652 lb. | 5467 lb. | -815 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 23.8 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 39.4 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 59.3 in | -1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 40.3 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 40.2 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 58.5 in | -1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 41.9 in | -6.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.6 in | -34.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.7 in (over 2 rows) | 116.8 in (over 3 rows) | -42.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.8 | 42.7 ft3 | -18.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.4 ft3 | 84.7 ft3 | -30.3 ft3 |
| 2006 BMW X5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 315-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
We loved the seating and overall room. This was a favortie car for road trips to the mountains or wherever. see full BMW X5 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS.