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Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2008) vs. BMW X1 (2020) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2020 BMW X1 specs.

2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2020 BMW X1 Specifications

Model Year 2008 2020  
Model Mercedes-Benz R-Class BMW X1  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
268 hp@6000
258 lb-ft@2400
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
228 hp@5000
258 lb-ft@1450
 
Transmission 7-speed shiftable automatic 8-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 126.6 in 105.1 in 21.5 in
Length 203.0 in 174.8 in 28.2 in
Width 75.7 in 71.7 in 4 in
Height 65.4 in 63.5 in 1.9 in
Curb Weight 4629 lb. 3660 lb. 969 lb.
Fuel Capacity 25.1 gal. 16.1 gal. 9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 42.0 in -2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 60.3 in 56.7 in 3.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 39.8 in 40.4 in -0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.4 in 39.4 in 1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 59.6 in 57.2 in 2.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.2 in 37.0 in -0.8 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.2 in 0.0 in 37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 52.8 in 0.0 in 52.8 in
Legroom, Row 3 32.4 in 0.0 in 32.4 in
Total Legroom 108.4 in (over 3 rows) 77.4 in (over 2 rows) 31 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.3 ft3 27.1 ft3 -11.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 42.2 ft3 27.1 15.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 85.0 ft3 58.7 ft3 26.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class

2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
 

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