| Model Year | 2022 | 2011 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS | BMW X5 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 550 hp@6000 538 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 555 hp@6000 500 lb-ft@5650 |
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| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 123.4 in | 115.5 in | 7.9 in |
| Length | 204.9 in | 191.2 in | 13.7 in |
| Width | 79.9 in | 76.1 in | 3.8 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 69.9 in | 2.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 6085 lb. | 5368 lb. | 717 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 39.3 in | 3.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 60.0 in | -0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.0 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 39.0 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 58.0 in | -1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 43.4 in | 36.6 in | 6.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 83.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 7.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.4 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.4 | 21.9 ft3 | -3.5 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.4 ft3 | 61.8 ft3 | -43.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 BMW X5.