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Mercedes-Benz GL (2016) vs. Audi A3 (2012) Specs

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2016 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2012 Audi A3 Specifications

Model Year 2016 2012  
Model Mercedes-Benz GL Audi A3  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L V6 Diesel
DOHC-4v
240 hp@3600
455 lb-ft@1600
turbocharged
2.0L I4 Diesel
DOHC-4v
140 hp@4200
236 lb-ft@1750
 
Transmission 7-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain AWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 121.0 in 101.5 in 19.5 in
Length 201.6 in 168.7 in 32.9 in
Width 76.4 in 69.5 in 6.9 in
Height 72.8 in 56.0 in 16.8 in
Curb Weight 5467 lb. 3362 lb. 2105 lb.
Fuel Capacity 26.4 gal. 15.0 gal. 11.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.2 in 38.1 in 3.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.5 in 54.3 in 4.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.3 in 41.2 in -0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.0 in 36.9 in 3.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.3 in 52.8 in 5.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.5 in 34.8 in 3.7 in
Headroom, Row 3 38.9 in 0.0 in 38.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 50.5 in 0.0 in 50.5 in
Legroom, Row 3 35.0 in 0.0 in 35 in
Total Legroom 113.8 in (over 3 rows) 76 in (over 2 rows) 37.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 16.0 ft3 13.1 ft3 2.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 49.4 ft3 13.1 36.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 93.8 ft3 54.6 ft3 39.2 ft3

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