Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3800 398 lb-ft@1600 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 215 hp@3800 398 lb-ft@1400 |
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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 |
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 |
2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2008 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 |