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2012 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2011 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 109.8 in | 11.3 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 188.4 in | 12.2 in |
| Width | 76.0 in | 75.2 in | 0.8 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 68.1 in | 4.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 5346 lb. | 4266 lb. | 1080 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 6.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.6 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 59.7 in | -1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 43.2 in | -2.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 40.1 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 59.5 in | -0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.5 in | -56.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 38.3 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 36.3 in | 1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 55.0 in | -4.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.3 in | -42.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.2 in | 29.2 in | 5 in |
| Total Legroom | 114 in (over 3 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 3.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 42.3 ft3 | 1.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -12.1 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 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. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review | |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota Highlander
| 2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |
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