Mercedes-Benz GL (2012) vs. Mercedes-Benz CL-Class (2007) Specs
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2012 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Specifications
Model Year |
2012 |
2007 |
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Model |
Mercedes-Benz GL |
Mercedes-Benz CL-Class |
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Engine |
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Transmission |
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Drivetrain |
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Body |
4dr SUV |
2dr Coupe |
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Difference |
Wheelbase |
3,076 mm |
2,954 mm |
1 mm |
Length |
5,095 mm |
5,065 mm |
0 mm |
Width |
1,930 mm |
1,872 mm |
0 mm |
Height |
1,839 mm |
1,417 mm |
0 mm |
Curb Weight |
2,425 kg |
2,034 kg |
0 kg |
Fuel Capacity |
98 L |
90 L |
8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 |
1,019 mm |
937 mm |
-936 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 |
1,481 mm |
1,506 mm |
0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 |
1,024 mm |
1,072 mm |
0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 |
1,031 mm |
925 mm |
-924 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 |
1,496 mm |
1,402 mm |
0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 |
1,003 mm |
818 mm |
-817 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) |
1,890 mm (over 2 rows) |
1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum |
405 L |
365 L |
40 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 |
1,240 L |
12.9 |
-11.9 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum |
2,359 L |
12.9 |
-10.9 L |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
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.
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
2007 |
2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The CL600 comes standard with active multi-contour front seats with heating/cooling and message functions.
see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons |
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 |
2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
THe CLs lack rear seat room and entry/exit can be difficult and challenging at best.
see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
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