Model Year | 2014 | 2013 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | BMW 6-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 550 hp@5750 560 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 445 hp@5500 480 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 112.4 in | 2.4 in |
Length | 189.1 in | 192.8 in | -3.7 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 74.6 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 70.7 in | 53.9 in | 16.8 in |
Curb Weight | 5238 lb. | 4387 lb. | 851 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.0 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 56.9 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 42.1 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 35.7 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 49.7 in | 8.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 30.5 in | 7.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 72.6 in (over 2 rows) | 6.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 36.2 ft3 | 16.2 ft3 | 20 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 16.2 ft3 | 54.8 ft3 |
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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