Model Year | 2012 | 2023 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz SL | BMW iX | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 518 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 | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 118.1 in | -17.3 in |
Length | 180.4 in | 195.0 in | -14.6 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 77.4 in | -5.9 in |
Height | 51.1 in | 66.8 in | -15.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4274 lb. | 5769 lb. | -1495 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 41.5 in | -3.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 61.5 in | -7.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 40.2 in | 2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 39.5 in | -39.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 58.3 in | -58.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.9 in | -38.9 in |
Total Legroom | 42.9 in (over 1 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | -36.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.2 ft3 | 35.5 ft3 | -28.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 77.9 ft3 | -67.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 BMW iX.