Model Year | 2014 | 2017 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | BMW 3-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 179 kW@3600 617 Nm@1600 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 Diesel DOHC-4v 134 kW@4000 380 Nm@1750 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,916 mm | 2,809 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,803 mm | 4,623 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,910 mm | 1,811 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,796 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,285 kg | 1,749 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 93 L | 60 L | 33 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 1,026 mm | 987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,067 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 973 mm | 5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,483 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 975 mm | 889 mm | 86 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,956 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,025 L | 496 L | -495 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,010 L | 1,501 L | 1 L |
2014 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
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