| Model Year | 2015 | 2024 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | BMW XM | |
| Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@5250 516 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 577 hp@5600 553 lb-ft@1800 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 122.2 in | -7.4 in |
| Length | 189.1 in | 201.2 in | -12.1 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 78.9 in | -3.7 in |
| Height | 70.7 in | 69.1 in | 1.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 5238 lb. | 6091 lb. | -853 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 18.2 gal. | 6.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.4 in | -1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 60.3 in | -1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.4 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.8 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 57.5 in | 0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 40.3 in | -1.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 80.7 in (over 2 rows) | -2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 36.2 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 17.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 36.2 | 64.3 ft3 | -28.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 64.3 ft3 | 6.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mercedes-Benz M-Class.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 BMW XM.