| Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Mini Clubman | |
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| Body | 4dr SUV | 3dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 100.3 in | 20.8 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 155.0 in | 45.6 in |
| Width | 76.0 in | 66.3 in | 9.7 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 56.1 in | 16.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 5280 lb. | 2723 lb. | 2557 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 12.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.0 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 50.3 in | 8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.4 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 37.7 in | 2.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 45.9 in | 13 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 32.3 in | 7.2 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) | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | 40.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 9.2 ft3 | 5.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 9.2 | 34.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | 50.5 ft3 |
| 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 |
| 2014 Mini Clubman Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| Even with the rear-hinged "club door, " the Clubman's rear seat is difficult to get into and out of. The Veloster's third door is considerably larger and more usable, while the Fiesta has four real doors. The Veloster also has much more rear legroom than either the Mini or the Ford, both of which are a tight fit for adults. Compared to the Hardtop, though, the Clubman is significantly more practical. I can sit behind my 5-9 self with a little knee room to spare. Rear headroom is abundant. Even if you're not going to put people in the back seat, the extra door eases access to anything you're storing in the rear seat. When traveling in the RX-8, my father and I frequently use the rear doors to stow and retrieve hiking boots and daypacks. The same might be done with a computer bag or briefcase when commuting. Both the Veloster and the Clubman would benefit from a second rear-hinged door, on the driver's side. see full Mini Clubman review | ||
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Mini Clubman.