| Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GLE | Mini Hardtop | |
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| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 97.1 in | 17.7 in |
| Length | 189.1 in | 145.6 in | 43.5 in |
| Width | 75.8 in | 66.3 in | 9.5 in |
| Height | 70.7 in | 55.4 in | 15.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4652 lb. | 2546 lb. | 2106 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 14 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.8 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 50.3 in | 8.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.4 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.6 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 44.7 in | 13.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 29.9 in | 8.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 7.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.2 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 | 32.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.3 ft3 | 24.0 ft3 | 56.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE.
| 2012 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat room is extremely limited but it's a Mini...not a mini van! see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
We're tall and have room to spare. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Small children, petite women and Hobbits may sit in the back on short trips. Otherwise, forget it. It's a MINI! see full Mini Hardtop review |