Model Year | 2006 | 2017 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | BMW X5 | |
Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V12 OHC-3v 493 hp@5000 590 lb-ft@1800 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 567 hp@6000 553 lb-ft@2200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.6 in | 115.5 in | -1.9 in |
Length | 196.6 in | 193.2 in | 3.4 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 76.3 in | -3.2 in |
Height | 55.0 in | 69.4 in | -14.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4473 lb. | 5260 lb. | -787 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.2 gal. | 22.4 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 40.5 in | -3.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 60.5 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 40.4 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.8 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 58.3 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.8 in | 36.6 in | -5.8 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77 in (over 2 rows) | -4.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.3 ft3 | 22.9 ft3 | -10.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.3 ft3 | 66.0 ft3 | -53.7 ft3 |
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The CL600 comes standard with active multi-contour front seats with heating/cooling and message functions. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
THe CLs lack rear seat room and entry/exit can be difficult and challenging at best. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 BMW X5.