Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CLS | Lexus GX | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 109.8 in | 2.6 in |
Length | 193.0 in | 188.2 in | 4.8 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 74.0 in | -0.3 in |
Height | 54.7 in | 74.6 in | -19.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3992 lb. | 4871 lb. | -879 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 40.2 in | -3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 57.5 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 55.1 in | 2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.8 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 40.0 in | -3.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 57.4 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 54.8 in | 2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 36.8 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.5 in | -36.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.4 in | -56.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.9 in | -24.9 in |
Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 103.5 in (over 3 rows) | -26.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 2.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.8 | 49.7 ft3 | -33.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 ft3 | 77.5 ft3 | -61.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
2009 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Could use a couple of inches more leg room in the front, and we're only six feet tall. see full Lexus GX review |