Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | BMW X5 | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 Diesel DOHC-4v 265 hp@4200 425 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 215 hp@3800 398 lb-ft@1400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 115.5 in | 126.6 in | -11.1 in |
Length | 191.2 in | 203.0 in | -11.8 in |
Width | 76.1 in | 75.7 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 69.9 in | 65.4 in | 4.5 in |
Curb Weight | 5379 lb. | 4939 lb. | 440 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 39.8 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.0 in | 60.3 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.8 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 40.4 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 59.6 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 36.2 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -31.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.1 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | -8.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.9 ft3 | 42.2 ft3 | -20.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.8 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -23.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW X5.
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 |