If only all manufacturer's of front loading machines used that much water in their machines when washing --people around the world would be so much happier and stop complaining about the "cup" of water today's machines use.
Having had 3 modern "eco" type machines that's why I went back to a machine made in 1981, it has high wash and rinse levels like the Bosch there, short wash times and cleans perfectly.
Water level is similar to my WM2277.about 1/3 the height of the window. Makes watching it a bit more enjoyable. Well,for me anyway. There's a bench set up in front of these to watch and pet the dogs. Bingo usually jumps up and sleeps next to me during a cycle. He's a great dog! May take him to Bayfront Saturday.