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2007 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2008 Toyota Avalon Specifications
| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Toyota Avalon | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 111.0 in | 10.1 in |
| Length | 200.3 in | 197.2 in | 3.1 in |
| Width | 75.6 in | 72.8 in | 2.8 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 58.5 in | 13.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 5249 lb. | 3495 lb. | 1754 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 7.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 38.8 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 59.4 in | -1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.8 in | -55.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.3 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 37.5 in | 3.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 58.2 in | 0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.2 in | -56.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 40.9 in | -1.4 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) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 31.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | -0.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 14.4 | 29.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 68.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Avalon
| 2008 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
| 2008 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are too short. Toyota seats are generally not comfortable, but for a car in this price range I would have expected better. see full Toyota Avalon review |
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