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2008 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Hyundai Elantra Touring | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 106.3 in | 14.8 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 176.2 in | 24.4 in |
| Width | 76.0 in | 69.5 in | 6.5 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 59.8 in | 12.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 5280 lb. | 2937 lb. | 2343 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 12 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.0 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 55.4 in | 2.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 43.5 in | -3.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 39.4 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 54.7 in | 4.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.6 in | -52.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 36.4 in | 3.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 0.0 in | 38.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.2 in | 0.0 in | 34.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 114 in (over 3 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 34.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 24.3 ft3 | -10 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 24.3 | 19.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 65.3 ft3 | 18 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seats are comfortable, adjustable, and sit high to give the driver and passenger a good view of the road ahead, and are wide and not narrow like you find in the competition. see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
| 2010 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
no other small car provides rear passenger comfort like the Hyundai Elantra Touring. see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
| 2009 | 4dr Wagon 141-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The Front Seats have plenty of room, I am 6'4"and find there is a lot of room. see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
| 2009 | 4dr Wagon 141-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Being quite a tall guy one of my favourite tests is to set the front seat in my position and then get in the back seat. In the touring I have at least 4" of knee room. Great for long trips. see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Wagon 141-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seats are comfortable but do not hold you in position during aggressive driving see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
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