Model Year | 2008 | 2019 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Tesla Model 3 | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 113.2 in | 7.9 in |
Length | 200.6 in | 184.8 in | 15.8 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 72.8 in | 3.2 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 56.8 in | 15.6 in |
Curb Weight | 5280 lb. | 3552 lb. | 1728 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 26 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.6 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 56.3 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 42.7 in | -2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 37.7 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 54.0 in | 4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 35.2 in | 4.3 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) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 36.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 15.0 | 28.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 |
2008 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 |
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 |
2019 Tesla Model 3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2018 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD |
The 12 way power driver and passenger seats are very comfortable and the side bolstering is just right. The "vegan leather" in the car feels softer than real leather. I don't know how well it will hold up. My Prius has another type of this leather and that driver's seat has held up better than any leather seat I've sat in. see full Tesla Model 3 review |
2019 Tesla Model 3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2018 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD |
The back seat cushion is too low, which means there is no thigh support and your knees are level with your chest. There is also no foot room, but there is enough leg room. The rest of the backseat is comfortable, but the lack of foot room and low cushion are annoying. see full Tesla Model 3 review |