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2014 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2010 Hyundai Sonata Specifications
| Model Year | 2014 | 2010 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Hyundai Sonata | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.0 in | 107.4 in | 13.6 in |
| Length | 201.6 in | 188.9 in | 12.7 in |
| Width | 76.4 in | 72.1 in | 4.3 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 58.0 in | 14.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 5401 lb. | 3292 lb. | 2109 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 17.7 gal. | 8.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.1 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 57.4 in | 1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 43.7 in | -3.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.2 in | 1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 56.9 in | 1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.3 in | -55.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.4 in | 1.1 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) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 32.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | -0.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 16.3 | 33.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | 77.5 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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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Hyundai Sonata
| 2010 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Big enough for 6 feet 2 inch man. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very Roomy interior. Ample Hip, Shoulder, and leg room see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of Room for larger Adults while still being comfortable. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear room is great even if front seats all the way back. Also has wonderful cup holder and fold down arm tray. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Big enough for three car seats. Qualifies as a "large car". Only it and the Accord do in this class. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Front seat is very comfortable. up/down movement works well. Front back movement mechanics work well. Seat comfortable for long trips but not too long. Seat is a good hard to soft feel. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
spacious rear seat. This is a large sedan. Rear head room is plenty. nice seat placement with body form. Head rests not too far back. Rests adjust well. Middle seat becomes a cup holder/arm rest for two. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2010 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Although adequate, long drives with more than two people in the car would be cramped. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat legroom and headroom are good. Daughters complain that the seating position is too upright. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
it looks like other manufacturers have bigger seats in this class see full Hyundai Sonata review |
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