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2009 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2011 BMW 5-Series Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | BMW 5-Series | |
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| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 116.9 in | 4.2 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 193.1 in | 7.5 in |
| Width | 76.0 in | 73.2 in | 2.8 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 57.6 in | 14.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 5280 lb. | 3814 lb. | 1466 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 7.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.5 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 58.3 in | 0 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.4 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 38.3 in | 2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 56.2 in | 2.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 36.1 in | 3.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 0.0 in | 38.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.2 in | 0.0 in | 34.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 114 in (over 3 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 36.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | -4.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 18.4 | 25.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | 64.9 ft3 |
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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 5-Series
| 2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review |
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