Mercedes-Benz GL (2012) vs. Tesla Model 3 (2017) Specs
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2012 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2017 Tesla Model 3 Specifications
Model Year |
2012 |
2017 |
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Model |
Mercedes-Benz GL |
Tesla Model 3 |
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Engine |
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Transmission |
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Drivetrain |
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Body |
4dr SUV |
4dr Sedan |
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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 |
5346 lb. |
3549 lb. |
1797 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 |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
2013 |
The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class is just a little longer than the Audi Q7 (201.6 vs. 200.3 inches), and isn't as wide (76.4 vs. 78.1 inches). But the Mercedes is considerably taller (72.8 vs. 68.4 inches) and not nearly as curvy. Which might explain how it is far roomier than the much sleeker Audi. Combined legroom for all three rows is 107.6 inches in the Q7 vs. 113.8 inches in the GL-Class, a large difference.
The Q7's space deficit grows the farther back you sit. For adults to even fit in the Audi's third row without extreme discomfort, those in the second row must slide their seats forward to the point that they are themselves short on knee room. While the new GL350's third row sits too low to provide thigh support, it's not nearly as cramped.
Further evidence that Audi didn't intend the Q7's third row for frequent use: the second-row seat doesn't do a good job of getting out of the way, making the path in and out of the way-back perhaps the tightest I've experienced. The second-row seat in the GL-Class tips forward to open up a much wider path. If manually tipping the seat is too much of a chore (perhaps because you'e a five-year-old and haven't yet learned to read this), $400 buys a power assist. But even with this option the seat must be manually returned to its upright position, so the point eludes me.
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Tesla Model 3
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.
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2017 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.
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