Model Year | 2009 | 2016 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 451 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 550 hp@5750 560 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 121.0 in | -12.3 in |
Length | 182.3 in | 201.6 in | -19.3 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 76.4 in | -6.7 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 72.8 in | -16.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3662 lb. | 5687 lb. | -2025 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 41.2 in | -4.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 58.5 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.3 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 40.0 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.3 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.4 in | 38.5 in | -5.1 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 | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | -38.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | -3.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.4 | 49.4 ft3 | -37 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 93.8 ft3 | -81.4 ft3 |
2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
This car has a very small back seat. If you want to carry passengers for a long distance, get an E class. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Mercedes-Benz makes the best seats in the business, period. Even after a 10 hour drive, my back did not hurt. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The seat causes no discomfort to my tailbone like many ohter cars. Furthermore, the padding is firm and feels like it will last a long time. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Not much leg room when compared to other luxury entries. No flat floor so a 3rd passenger in the rear is not possible. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Center console and stack cut into front side leg room, my left leg is always up against the center console. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
just ok see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
too tight back there. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL.