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Mercedes-Benz GL (2009) vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class specs.

2009 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Specifications

Model Year 2009 2008  
Model Mercedes-Benz GL Mercedes-Benz S-Class  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan, ext.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 121.1 in 124.6 in -3.5 in
Length 200.6 in 205.0 in -4.4 in
Width 76.0 in 73.7 in 2.3 in
Height 72.4 in 58.0 in 14.4 in
Curb Weight 5280 lb. 4465 lb. 815 lb.
Fuel Capacity 26.0 gal. 23.8 gal. 2.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.1 in 37.8 in 2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.3 in 59.1 in -0.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.3 in 41.9 in -1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.6 in 38.5 in 2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.9 in 58.7 in 0.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.5 in 42.3 in -2.8 in
Headroom, Row 3 38.2 in 0.0 in 38.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 50.5 in 0.0 in 50.5 in
Legroom, Row 3 34.2 in 0.0 in 34.2 in
Total Legroom 114 in (over 3 rows) 84.2 in (over 2 rows) 29.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 14.3 ft3 16.3 ft3 -2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.8 ft3 16.3 27.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.3 ft3 16.3 ft3 67 ft3

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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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Leg room for tall passengers see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2007 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 You can adjust the "multicontour" front seats as follows: height, seat angle, back angle, seat cushion length, seat cushion side bolsters, seat back bolsters, lumbar (both vertically and how much pressure),as well as shoulder support, seat firmness,& more see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 232hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Huge, soft reclining chair see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2007 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Really like the fact that you could recline in the back seats without disturbing the front occupants. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2007 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 My wife refers to it as a sofa on wheels, my daughter sprawls out in the cavernous back seat. I just love the way it drives. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2007 0 All our family are over 6 foot and there is plenty of room all round. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
 
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