| Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
| Model | Lexus GS | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 303 hp@6200 274 lb-ft@3600 |
5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 121.1 in | -8.9 in |
| Length | 190.0 in | 200.6 in | -10.6 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 76.0 in | -4.3 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 72.4 in | -16.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3869 lb. | 5545 lb. | -1676 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -7.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 40.1 in | -2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 58.3 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 0.0 in | 54.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 40.3 in | 3.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 40.6 in | -3.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.9 in | -3.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 0.0 in | 51.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.5 in | -3.1 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 | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -34.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.7 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | -1.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.7 | 43.8 ft3 | -31.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -70.6 ft3 |
| 2007 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review |
| 2007 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL.