Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.6 in | 121.1 in | -7.5 in |
Length | 196.6 in | 200.6 in | -4 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 76.0 in | -2.9 in |
Height | 55.0 in | 72.4 in | -17.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4085 lb. | 5280 lb. | -1195 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.2 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -2.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 40.1 in | -3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 58.3 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 40.3 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 40.6 in | -3.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 58.9 in | -4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.8 in | 39.5 in | -8.7 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 | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -41.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.3 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | -2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.3 | 43.8 ft3 | -31.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.3 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -71 ft3 |
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The CL600 comes standard with active multi-contour front seats with heating/cooling and message functions. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
THe CLs lack rear seat room and entry/exit can be difficult and challenging at best. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
2008 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 |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |