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2014 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2014 Hyundai Sonata Specifications
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Hyundai Sonata | |
| Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 550 hp@5750 560 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.0 in | 110.0 in | 11 in |
| Length | 201.6 in | 189.8 in | 11.8 in |
| Width | 76.4 in | 72.2 in | 4.2 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 57.9 in | 14.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 5687 lb. | 3417 lb. | 2270 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.0 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 57.9 in | 0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.2 in | -55.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 45.5 in | -5.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 37.8 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 56.7 in | 1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 34.6 in | 3.9 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) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 33.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | -0.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 16.4 | 33 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | 77.4 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL
| 2014 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 | |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Hyundai Sonata
| 2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2015 | According to the spec sheets, the Ford Fusion has nearly as much combined legroom as the new Sonata, which has an inch more than the old Sonata. But Ford cheats the specs. In reality, the Hyundai's rear seat has a few more inches of rear legroom than the Ford's, and about as much as you'll find in any competitor. Rear headroom is in shorter supply, but (again as in most competitors) should be sufficient for people up to six feet in height. The rear seat cushion is a little too low and level to provide optimal thigh support, but the space to stretch out largely compensates for this. You can get rear air vents to help cool this roomy rear seat, but only on the Limited and Sport 2.0T. see full Hyundai Sonata review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Hyundai Sonata
| 2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front driver seat is supportive yet firm and the power adjustments guarantee you'll get the right driving position for you. The heated seat feature is great on a cold morning too. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Ride is comfortable but after about 2 or 3 hours, the leather seats get a bit hard on the butt. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
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