| Model Year | 2011 | 2023 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | BMW iX | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 503 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
Electric 610 hp 749 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 114.7 in | 118.1 in | -3.4 in |
| Length | 188.5 in | 195.0 in | -6.5 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 77.4 in | -2.2 in |
| Height | 70.1 in | 66.8 in | 3.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 5093 lb. | 5769 lb. | -676 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 25.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 41.5 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 61.5 in | -1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.2 in | 2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.5 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.8 in | 58.3 in | 1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 0.0 in | 56.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.9 in | 1.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 3.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.4 ft3 | 35.5 ft3 | -6.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.4 ft3 | 77.9 ft3 | -5.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz M-Class.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 BMW iX.