Mercedes-Benz GL (2013) vs. Hyundai Genesis (2009) Specs

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2013 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2009 Hyundai Genesis Specifications

Model Year	2013	2009
Model	Mercedes-Benz GL	Hyundai Genesis
Engine	turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 550 hp@5750 560 lb-ft@2000	4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 375 hp@6000 333 lb-ft@4500
Transmission	7-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	RWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	121.0 in	115.6 in	5.4 in
Length	201.6 in	195.9 in	5.7 in
Width	76.4 in	73.4 in	3 in
Height	72.8 in	58.3 in	14.5 in
Curb Weight	5687 lb.	3976 lb.	1711 lb.
Fuel Capacity	26.4 gal.	19.3 gal.	7.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.2 in	40.4 in	0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.5 in	58.3 in	0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	54.3 in	-54.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.3 in	44.3 in	-4 in
Headroom, Row 2	40.0 in	37.7 in	2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.3 in	57.9 in	0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	54.3 in	-54.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.5 in	38.6 in	-0.1 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)	82.9 in (over 2 rows)	30.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	16.0 ft³	15.9 ft³	0.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	49.4 ft³	15.9	33.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	93.8 ft³	15.9 ft³	77.9 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.

2009 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Few cars offer the marriage of rear wheel drive performance with this amount of back seat room for the longer ride (travelling) with 4 adults. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2010	4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Very supportive, easily adjusted for that "just right" feeling. Very comfortable for extended periods of time. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2010	4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Very comfortable and supportive seats see full Hyundai Genesis review
2009	4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Lots of room without sacrificing rear seat room. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2009	4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	No discomfort noted on several trips of 250+ miles. Adjustable lumbar support is very nice (not just in/out, but also up/down). see full Hyundai Genesis review
2009	4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Lots of leg room and width. Air conditioning and heat controls that can be controlled separately from the front passengers choices. Rear window shade. see full Hyundai Genesis review

2009 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	almost Teutonic front seats see full Hyundai Genesis review
2009	4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	First, I am a tall person and the seatbelt height adjustment does not go high enough, so if an accident should occur I believe that the shoulder belt will slip off. Also, the seats could be built more comfortable, more sporty. see full Hyundai Genesis review

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