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Kia Seltos (2023) vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2008) Specs

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2023 Kia Seltos and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications

Model Year 2023 2008  
Model Kia Seltos Mercedes-Benz R-Class  
Engine turbocharged
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
175 hp@6000
195 lb-ft@1500
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
268 hp@6000
258 lb-ft@2400
 
Transmission 7-speed automated manual 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.5 in 126.6 in -23.1 in
Length 172.0 in 203.0 in -31 in
Width 70.9 in 75.7 in -4.8 in
Height 63.6 in 65.4 in -1.8 in
Curb Weight 3456 lb. 4829 lb. -1373 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 25.1 gal. -11.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 39.8 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.5 in 60.3 in -4.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.5 in 0.0 in 53.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 39.8 in 1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.4 in 40.4 in -2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.7 in 59.6 in -4.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.8 in 0.0 in 52.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.0 in 36.2 in 1.8 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.2 in -37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 52.8 in -52.8 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 32.4 in -32.4 in
Total Legroom 79.4 in (over 2 rows) 108.4 in (over 3 rows) -29 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 26.6 ft3 15.3 ft3 11.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 26.6 42.2 ft3 -15.6
Cargo Volume, Maximum 62.8 ft3 85.0 ft3 -22.2 ft3

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2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
 
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