Model Year | 2009 | 2021 | |
Model | Cadillac CTS | Mercedes-Benz GLS | |
Engine | supercharged 6.2L V8 OHV-2v 556 hp@6100 551 lb-ft@3800 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 603 hp@5750 627 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.4 in | 123.4 in | -10 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 205.0 in | -13.4 in |
Width | 72.5 in | 79.9 in | -7.4 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 71.8 in | -13.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4255 lb. | 5828 lb. | -1573 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -5.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.4 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 59.3 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.3 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 40.2 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 58.5 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 41.9 in | -6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.6 in | -34.6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 116.8 in (over 3 rows) | -38.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | -3.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.6 | 42.7 ft3 | -29.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.6 ft3 | 84.7 ft3 | -71.1 ft3 |
2009 Cadillac CTS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 304-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
supportive but comfortable for a long trip see full Cadillac CTS review |
2009 Cadillac CTS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 304-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Ingress is tight, limited legroom. see full Cadillac CTS review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 304-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seats are a little snug, but bareable. However, if someone is pretty tall they might bump their head on the ceiling. see full Cadillac CTS review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS.