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Mercedes-Benz GL (2008) vs. BMW 3-Series (2017) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2017 BMW 3-Series specs.

2008 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2017 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2008 2017  
Model Mercedes-Benz GL BMW 3-Series  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L V6 Diesel
DOHC-4v
215 hp@3800
398 lb-ft@1400
turbocharged
2.0L I4 Diesel
DOHC-4v
180 hp@4000
280 lb-ft@1750
 
Transmission 7-speed shiftable automatic 8-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 3,076 mm 2,809 mm 1 mm
Length 5,095 mm 4,623 mm 1 mm
Width 1,930 mm 1,811 mm 0 mm
Height 1,839 mm 1,430 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,410 kg 1,749 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 98 L 60 L 38 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,019 mm 1,026 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,481 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,024 mm 1,067 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,031 mm 973 mm -972 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,496 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,003 mm 889 mm -888 mm
Headroom, Row 3 970 mm 0 mm 970 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,283 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 869 mm 0 mm 869 mm
Total Legroom 2,896 mm (over 3 rows) 1,956 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 405 L 496 L -91 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,240 L 17.5 -16.5 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,359 L 1,501 L 1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL

2008 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
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
 

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