| Model Year | 2024 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GLA | BMW X3 | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 110.1 in | -2.7 in |
| Length | 173.6 in | 179.7 in | -6.1 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 73.0 in | -0.8 in |
| Height | 63.5 in | 66.0 in | -2.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3384 lb. | 4012 lb. | -628 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 17.7 gal. | -5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 38.1 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 55.8 in | 0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 40.2 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 37.8 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 55.4 in | -0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.3 in | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 35.8 in | 2.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 30.0 ft3 | -14.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 50.5 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -20.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 BMW X3.