Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Jaguar XF | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,076 mm | 2,908 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,095 mm | 4,961 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,930 mm | 1,819 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,839 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,395 kg | 1,822 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 98 L | 70 L | 28 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 991 mm | -990 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,443 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,054 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,031 mm | 950 mm | -949 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 930 mm | -929 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 970 mm | 0 mm | 970 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,283 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 869 mm | 0 mm | 869 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,896 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 405 L | 501 L | -96 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,240 L | 17.7 | -16.7 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,359 L | 17.7 | -15.7 L |
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 |
2009 Jaguar XF Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Infinitely adjustable. Good side support,. very soft leather, but firmness control and heating/cooling make them comfortable in all conditions. see full Jaguar XF review |
2009 Jaguar XF Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
not as roomy in the rear compared to, say, the BMW 5 series, especially with the front seats set all the way back. see full Jaguar XF review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 420hp 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Rear seat legroom and headroom can be tight if over 6 feet tall. see full Jaguar XF review |