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Mercedes-Benz GL (2009) vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS (2020) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS specs.

2009 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS Specifications

Model Year 2009 2020  
Model Mercedes-Benz GL Mercedes-Benz GLS  
Engine 5.5L V8
DOHC-4v
382 hp@6000
391 lb-ft@2800
turbocharged
4.0L V8 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
483 hp@5500
516 lb-ft@2000
 
Transmission 7-speed shiftable automatic 9-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 3,076 mm 3,134 mm 0 mm
Length 5,095 mm 5,207 mm 0 mm
Width 1,930 mm 2,029 mm -1 mm
Height 1,839 mm 1,824 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,465 kg 2,610 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 98 L 90 L 8 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,019 mm 1,001 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,481 mm 1,506 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,024 mm 1,024 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,031 mm 1,021 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,496 mm 1,486 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,003 mm 1,064 mm 0 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 879 mm -10 mm
Total Legroom 2,896 mm (over 3 rows) 2,967 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 405 L 493 L -88 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,240 L 1,209 L 0 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,359 L 2,398 L 0 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL

2009 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

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