Model Year | 2010 | 2018 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | BMW 5-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3800 398 lb-ft@1600 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 Diesel DOHC-4v 261 hp@4000 457 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 117.1 in | 4 in |
Length | 200.6 in | 194.6 in | 6 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 73.5 in | 2.5 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 58.2 in | 14.2 in |
Curb Weight | 5423 lb. | 4209 lb. | 1214 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 38.8 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 58.7 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.4 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 37.5 in | 3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 55.9 in | 3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 36.5 in | 3 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) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 36.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 | -4.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 18.7 | 25.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 | 64.6 ft3 |
2010 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 |
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