| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Mini Convertible | |
| Engine | 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 285 kW@6000 530 Nm@2800 |
supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 155 kW@6000 244 Nm@4500 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 3,076 mm | 2,466 mm | 1 mm |
| Length | 5,095 mm | 3,635 mm | 2 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 1,689 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,839 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,515 kg | 1,295 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 98 L | 50 L | 48 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 975 mm | -974 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,293 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,031 mm | 968 mm | -967 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 991 mm | -990 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 699 mm | -698 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 970 mm | 0 mm | 970 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,283 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 869 mm | 0 mm | 869 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,896 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,748 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 405 L | 119 L | 286 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,240 L | 4.2 | -3.2 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,359 L | 4.2 | -2.2 L |
| 2010 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 Mini Convertible Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
no leg room see full Mini Convertible review |