| Model Year | 2012 | 2020 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | BMW X2 | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 105.1 in | 21.5 in |
| Length | 203.1 in | 172.2 in | 30.9 in |
| Width | 77.1 in | 71.8 in | 5.3 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 60.1 in | 5.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4960 lb. | 3499 lb. | 1461 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 16.1 gal. | 5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.8 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 55.6 in | 4.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.3 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 37.1 in | 3.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 53.9 in | 5.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 36.7 in | -0.5 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 in (over 2 rows) | 31.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.2 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 | -6.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 21.6 | 20.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 50.1 ft3 | 34.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 BMW X2.