Model Year | 2009 | 2018 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 252 lb-ft@5300 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 109.4 in | 11.7 in |
Length | 200.6 in | 187.4 in | 13.2 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 74.4 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 66.3 in | 6.1 in |
Curb Weight | 5280 lb. | 4101 lb. | 1179 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 18.8 gal. | 7.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.5 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 59.1 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.2 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 39.3 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 58.0 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.4 in | -56.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 39.4 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 36.3 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 52.8 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.4 in | -41.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.2 in | 31.7 in | 2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 114 in (over 3 rows) | 112.3 in (over 3 rows) | 1.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 38.0 ft3 | 5.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 |
2009 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Sorento.