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2008 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2010 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 160 kW@3800 540 Nm@1400 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 157 kW@3800 540 Nm@1600 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 3,076 mm | 3,216 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 5,095 mm | 5,156 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 1,923 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,839 mm | 1,661 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,410 kg | 2,240 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 98 L | 95 L | 3 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,532 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,031 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,514 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 919 mm | -918 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 970 mm | 945 mm | 25 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,283 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 869 mm | 823 mm | 46 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,896 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,753 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 405 L | 433 L | -28 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,240 L | 1,195 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,359 L | 2,407 L | 0 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
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