Model Year | 2009 | 2017 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | Mercedes-Benz GLS | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 378 kW@6800 630 Nm@5200 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 430 kW@5500 761 Nm@1750 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,855 mm | 3,076 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,884 mm | 5,131 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,821 mm | 1,933 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,506 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,965 kg | 2,610 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 100 L | -20 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,433 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,331 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 958 mm | 1,016 mm | 957 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,367 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 978 mm | -74 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 988 mm | -988 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,283 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 889 mm | -889 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,891 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 691 L | 453 L | 238 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.4 | 1,399 L | 23.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,951 L | 2,656 L | -1 L |
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Much better sized for me. My prior 2007 three series BMW was too small and cramped. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Can spend all day driving this car and not be exhausted. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The most comfortable seats among all its rivals including Lexus, Jaguar, BMW, Audi, and Infiniti. Plenty of adjustments in the seat and the telescoping steering wheel. Plenty of front seat room for people 6 foot tall and more. Provides ample support. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Driving 4-5 hours in a row left no fatigue or discomfort in my back or legs. The seats are just firm enough but very supportive where they need to be. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The back seat is very comfortable and provides good headroom and seating support. They fold down to provide additional storage room. My complaint is that it is not S class roomy in the back. Leg and foot room can be limited if sitting behind a tall driver see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS.