Model Year | 2013 | 2006 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Hyundai Elantra | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
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Wheelbase | 121.0 in | 102.7 in | 18.3 in |
Length | 201.6 in | 177.9 in | 23.7 in |
Width | 76.4 in | 67.7 in | 8.7 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 56.1 in | 16.7 in |
Curb Weight | 5401 lb. | 2784 lb. | 2617 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 11.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 39.6 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 54.7 in | 3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.0 in | -53 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 43.2 in | -2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.0 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 53.5 in | 4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.6 in | -55.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 35.0 in | 3.5 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) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 35.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | -4.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 20.1 | 29.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 37.0 ft3 | 56.8 ft3 |
2013 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class is just a little longer than the Audi Q7 (201.6 vs. 200.3 inches), and isn't as wide (76.4 vs. 78.1 inches). But the Mercedes is considerably taller (72.8 vs. 68.4 inches) and not nearly as curvy. Which might explain how it is far roomier than the much sleeker Audi. Combined legroom for all three rows is 107.6 inches in the Q7 vs. 113.8 inches in the GL-Class, a large difference. The Q7's space deficit grows the farther back you sit. For adults to even fit in the Audi's third row without extreme discomfort, those in the second row must slide their seats forward to the point that they are themselves short on knee room. While the new GL350's third row sits too low to provide thigh support, it's not nearly as cramped. Further evidence that Audi didn't intend the Q7's third row for frequent use: the second-row seat doesn't do a good job of getting out of the way, making the path in and out of the way-back perhaps the tightest I've experienced. The second-row seat in the GL-Class tips forward to open up a much wider path. If manually tipping the seat is too much of a chore (perhaps because you'e a five-year-old and haven't yet learned to read this), $400 buys a power assist. But even with this option the seat must be manually returned to its upright position, so the point eludes me. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL.
2006 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Can fit my two young children with their car seats and my teenage son has room to sit in the back and text for hours. More comfortable seats than my extended cab 1500. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Rear set has an upright feel, mor like a couch than most cars, esp GM products. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I love the heated seats. Sitting in the seats for long drives is very comfortable. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of leg room, even for a full size adult. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2006 | 0 | I think the car is pretty comfortable for an average person. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I find it to be very comfortable. The back seat lacks leg room for three people to fit comfortably. If an adult is in the front then the person behind has little leg room. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Fits four rugby players comfortably. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2006 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Hard to fit a car seat back there. That should give you some idea. see full Hyundai Elantra review |