Model Year | 2008 | 2023 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Cadillac Escalade | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 215 hp@3800 398 lb-ft@1400 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 277 hp@3750 460 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 10-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 120.9 in | 0.2 in |
Length | 200.6 in | 211.9 in | -11.3 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 81.1 in | -5.1 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 76.7 in | -4.3 in |
Curb Weight | 5313 lb. | 6015 lb. | -702 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 24.0 gal. | 2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 42.3 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 65.5 in | -7.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 61.7 in | -61.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 44.5 in | -4.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 38.9 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 64.6 in | -5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 61.2 in | -61.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 41.7 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 38.2 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 62.7 in | -12.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.4 in | -49.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.2 in | 34.9 in | -0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 114 in (over 3 rows) | 121.1 in (over 3 rows) | -7.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 25.5 ft3 | -11.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 72.9 ft3 | -29.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 121.0 ft3 | -37.7 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Cadillac Escalade.