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2009 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2011 BMW 3-Series Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | BMW 3-Series | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 157 kW@3800 540 Nm@1600 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 Diesel DOHC-4v 198 kW@4200 576 Nm@1750 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 3,076 mm | 2,761 mm | 1 mm |
| Length | 5,095 mm | 4,526 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,839 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,410 kg | 1,790 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 98 L | 60 L | 38 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 978 mm | -977 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,054 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,031 mm | 965 mm | -964 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 879 mm | -878 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) | 1,933 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 405 L | 702 L | -297 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,240 L | 24.8 | -23.8 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,359 L | 1,642 L | 1 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 3-Series
| 2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2012 | Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 3-Series
| 2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Relatively small back seat room. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Tight for large people. Fine for kids. Smaller than a G37, much smaller than a Maxima. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
tight and not too useful a space see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat room not as expansive as competitors. Trunk capacity could be better. see full BMW 3-Series review |
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