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2009 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2006 BMW X3 Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | BMW X3 | |
| Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 225 hp@5900 214 lb-ft@3500 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 110.1 in | 11 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 179.7 in | 20.9 in |
| Width | 76.0 in | 73.0 in | 3 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 66.0 in | 6.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 5280 lb. | 4023 lb. | 1257 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 17.7 gal. | 8.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 38.1 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 55.8 in | 2.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.2 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 37.8 in | 2.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 55.4 in | 3.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 35.8 in | 3.7 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) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 38 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 30.0 ft3 | -15.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 30.0 | 13.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | 12.3 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 2006 BMW X3
| 2006 BMW X3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD |
With the comfort seat option, you can customize seat position to you preference, including lumbar and shoulder adjustment. Decent support for someone up to 6 feet tall. Heated seats work very well. see full BMW X3 review |
| 2006 BMW X3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD |
A little cramped and very stiff seats. see full BMW X3 review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats are underpadded and undercontoured see full BMW X3 review |
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