Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz G-Class | Volkswagen Eos | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 101.5 in | 10.7 in |
Length | 184.5 in | 174.1 in | 10.4 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 70.5 in | 1.3 in |
Height | 76.0 in | 56.9 in | 19.1 in |
Curb Weight | 5510 lb. | 3508 lb. | 2002 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 10.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 38.9 in | 3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 54.7 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.5 in | 0.0 in | 51.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 52.5 in | 41.7 in | 10.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 35.8 in | 4.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 41.5 in | 14.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.9 in | 32.5 in | 9.4 in |
Total Legroom | 94.4 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 20.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 45.2 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 38.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.5 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 69 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
2012 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |