| Model Year | 2007 | 2024 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Mini Convertible | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 98.2 in | 22.9 in |
| Length | 200.3 in | 152.2 in | 48.1 in |
| Width | 75.6 in | 68.0 in | 7.6 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 55.7 in | 16.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 5249 lb. | 2892 lb. | 2357 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 11.6 gal. | 14.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.8 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 51.0 in | 7.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.4 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 39.0 in | 1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 39.7 in | 19.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 30.9 in | 8.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.5 in | 0.0 in | 38.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.0 in | 0.0 in | 34 in |
| Total Legroom | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | 72.3 in (over 2 rows) | 41.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 6.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 7.6 | 36.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 75.7 ft3 |
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Mini Convertible.