Model Year | 2009 | 2023 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | BMW 3-Series | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,076 mm | 2,850 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,095 mm | 4,722 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,930 mm | 1,826 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,839 mm | 1,443 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,395 kg | 1,604 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 98 L | 59 L | 39 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 983 mm | -982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,067 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,031 mm | 955 mm | -954 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 894 mm | -893 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) | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 405 L | 479 L | -74 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,240 L | 16.9 | -15.9 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,359 L | 16.9 | -14.9 L |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 BMW 3-Series.