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Mercedes-Benz GLS (2023) vs. BMW 3-Series (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS and 2012 BMW 3-Series specs.

2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS and 2012 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2023 2012  
Model Mercedes-Benz GLS BMW 3-Series  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 3,134 mm 2,761 mm 1 mm
Length 5,207 mm 4,526 mm 1 mm
Width 2,029 mm 1,816 mm 1 mm
Height 1,824 mm 1,417 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,480 kg 1,570 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 90 L 60 L 30 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,001 mm 950 mm -949 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,506 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,024 mm 1,054 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,021 mm 965 mm -964 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,486 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,064 mm 879 mm -878 mm
Legroom, Row 3 879 mm 0 mm 879 mm
Total Legroom 2,967 mm (over 3 rows) 1,933 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 493 L 702 L -209 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,209 L 24.8 -23.8 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,398 L 1,642 L 1 L

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2012 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
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2012 Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review
 

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