Model Year | 2007 | 2010 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Lexus RX | |
Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6200 257 lb-ft@4700 |
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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 | 107.9 in | 13.2 in |
Length | 200.3 in | 187.8 in | 12.5 in |
Width | 75.6 in | 74.2 in | 1.4 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 66.3 in | 6.1 in |
Curb Weight | 5249 lb. | 4348 lb. | 901 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 6.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.1 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 58.0 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.6 in | -55.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 43.1 in | -2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 37.7 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 57.6 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.5 in | -54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 36.8 in | 2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.5 in | 0.0 in | 38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.0 in | 0.0 in | 34 in |
Total Legroom | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 33.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 40.0 ft3 | -25.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 40.0 | 3.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 80.3 ft3 | 3 ft3 |
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2010 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |