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Mercedes-Benz GL (2008) vs. BMW 7-Series (2015) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2015 BMW 7-Series specs.

2008 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2015 BMW 7-Series Specifications

Model Year 2008 2015  
Model Mercedes-Benz GL BMW 7-Series  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L V6 Diesel
DOHC-4v
160 kW@3800
540 Nm@1400
turbocharged
3.0L I6 Diesel
DOHC-4v
190 kW@4000
560 Nm@1500
 
Transmission 7-speed shiftable automatic 8-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan, ext.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 3,076 mm 3,211 mm 0 mm
Length 5,095 mm 5,215 mm 0 mm
Width 1,930 mm 1,902 mm 0 mm
Height 1,839 mm 1,491 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,410 kg 2,125 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 98 L 82 L 16 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,019 mm 1,036 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,481 mm 1,504 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,024 mm 1,046 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,031 mm 988 mm -987 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,496 mm 1,463 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,003 mm 1,125 mm 0 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) 2,172 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 405 L 501 L -96 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,240 L 17.7 -16.7 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,359 L 17.7 -15.7 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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