| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
| Model | Lexus HS | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 121.1 in | -14.8 in |
| Length | 184.8 in | 200.6 in | -15.8 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 76.0 in | -5.7 in |
| Height | 59.3 in | 72.4 in | -13.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3682 lb. | 5346 lb. | -1664 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -11.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 40.1 in | -2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 58.3 in | -4.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 40.3 in | 2.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 40.6 in | -3.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 58.9 in | -4.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 0.0 in | 51.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 39.5 in | -5 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 | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -36.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.1 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | -2.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.1 | 43.8 ft3 | -31.7 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.1 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -71.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Lexus HS.
| 2010 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 |