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2008 Lexus ES and 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
| Model | Lexus ES | Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 108.5 in | 0.8 in |
| Length | 191.1 in | 178.3 in | 12.8 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 72.4 in | -1.3 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 66.9 in | -9.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3580 lb. | 3884 lb. | -304 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 1.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 39.8 in | -2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.2 in | 2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 53.2 in | 2.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.8 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.7 in | -2.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 55.4 in | 0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 52.5 in | 0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 35.1 in | 0.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.7 ft3 | 23.3 ft3 | -8.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.7 ft3 | 54.7 ft3 | -40 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Lexus ES
| 2008 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Similar to the front seats, super comfortable and soft. A lot of leg room with an average-sized driver + passenger up front. Rear moonroof gives off the feel of a huge ceiling. see full Lexus ES review |
| 2008 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
the seams in a seat should run front to rear vs. left to right this would make the seat more comfortable. the Toyota Camry leather seats are definitely more comparable... I think Lexis wanted a sportier looking seat but sacrificed comfort in doing see full Lexus ES review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
There is simply not enough legroom and three passengers will probably feel very cramped in the back as well. see full Lexus ES review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had a ton of trouble with front seat comfort - had to trade it in after only 4 mos. Even my daughter's Sonata was more comfortable. Did everything i could to rectifiy - even had firmer cushions put into driver seat. Others have had the same issue. see full Lexus ES review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Most awful front seats i have ever experienced in 40 yrs of driving. I have done everything i can to make it comfortable. Even had extra firmer padding added to the driver seat. Pain in my leg and lower back is unbearable - check forums for Lexus owners - seems to be a problem with taller men and even some women. Never ever had a problem like this in any car i have had or driven. Strange issue. see full Lexus ES review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
If tall person sits in front seat, rear seat will not have a lot of legroom. Otherwise, very comfortable. Poor interior lighting in rear (front is bad, too, but slightly better). see full Lexus ES review |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2011 | Expect the GLK to grow when it is next fully redesigned. A smaller MLK is on the way to battle the upcoming Audi Q3 and just-arrived BMW X1. For 2013, the GLK's body structure remains essentially the same, so rear seat knee room remains just sufficient for a man of average height sitting behind another such man. (Headroom, on the other hand, is abundant.) Among competitors, only the Infiniti EX37 has a tighter rear seat. The Audi, BMW, and Volvo all offer knees another inch or three. Seat comfort is debatable. To my bottom, the GLK's seats feel overly firm. Cargo space is similarly short of the segment average. The GLK's 54.7 cubic feet isn't far behind the Audi's 57.3 but well below the X3's 63.3. That truncated tail has a downside beyond aesthetics. But do these shortcomings really matter? For most people nearly all of the time, there's enough space. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I have a problem with headroom. So many cars give me less than a half inch from my scalp to the frame on the sunroof. That hurts over bumps, not to mention what my hair looks like when I get out. GLK has over an inch of space for me. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 168hp 2.1L I4 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
We are a couple with no kids and we rarely have visitors so the cramped rear seating is not a problem. Someone with teenage kids will want to seriously reconsider before getting a GLK. I know my Mom would not appreciate the ingress/egress ease as she has some limited mobility. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
If you are 6' plus like me, you will have to adjust the front seat forward if you want passengers to ride with you unless they are quite small. But this is a perfect city hauler for a single or couple. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
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