Model Year | 2017 | 2006 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GLS | Toyota Avalon | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 111.0 in | 10.1 in |
Length | 202.0 in | 197.2 in | 4.8 in |
Width | 76.1 in | 72.8 in | 3.3 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 58.5 in | 14.3 in |
Curb Weight | 5400 lb. | 3490 lb. | 1910 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 38.8 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 59.4 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.8 in | -55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.3 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 37.5 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 58.2 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.2 in | -56.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 40.9 in | -2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.9 in | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 35.0 in | 0.0 in | 35 in |
Total Legroom | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 31.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 1.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 14.4 | 35 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 79.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS.
2006 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My kids loved the roominess of the back seat which made easier transition from the former minivan. see full Toyota Avalon review |