Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
Model | Jeep Cherokee | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 271 hp@6500 239 lb-ft@4400 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 121.1 in | -14.8 in |
Length | 182.0 in | 200.6 in | -18.6 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 76.0 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 65.7 in | 72.4 in | -6.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4044 lb. | 5280 lb. | -1236 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -10.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.1 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 58.3 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 0.0 in | 53.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 40.3 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 40.6 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.9 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.9 in | 0.0 in | 49.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.3 in | 39.5 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.2 in | -34.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -32.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.8 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.8 | 43.8 ft3 | -19 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.9 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -28.4 ft3 |
2015 Jeep Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | The GMC Terrain and Subaru Forester have roomy rear seats, but no vents to keep people back there cool. The Ford Escape has rear air vents, but a much less roomy rear seat. The Jeep Cherokee has a roomy, comfortably high rear seat AND rear air vents. see full Jeep Cherokee review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Jeep Cherokee.
2009 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |