Model Year | 2007 | 2016 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 303 hp@6200 274 lb-ft@3600 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 550 hp@5750 560 lb-ft@2000 |
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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 | 121.0 in | -8.8 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 201.6 in | -11.6 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 76.4 in | -4.7 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 72.8 in | -16.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3869 lb. | 5687 lb. | -1818 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -7.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 41.2 in | -3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 58.5 in | -2.2 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 | 40.0 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.3 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 0.0 in | 51.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.5 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.9 in | -38.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.0 in | -35 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | -33.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.7 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | -3.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.7 | 49.4 ft3 | -36.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 ft3 | 93.8 ft3 | -81.1 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 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL.