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2014 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2012 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 3,073 mm | 2,789 mm | 1 mm |
| Length | 5,121 mm | 4,785 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,941 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,849 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,450 kg | 1,790 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L | 73 L | 27 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,440 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,016 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,481 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,435 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 973 mm | 5 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 988 mm | 922 mm | 66 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,283 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,074 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 889 mm | 742 mm | 147 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,891 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 453 L | 292 L | 161 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,399 L | 1,198 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,656 L | 2,701 L | 0 L |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL
| 2014 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 2012 Toyota Highlander
| 2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Perfect for two car seats. Really neat trick - the middle seat for the 2nd row rolls up into the center console. I did not remove it nor attempt to sit in it but that does make the 3rd row more likely to be used for those with car seats. I did not attempt to sit in the 3rd row (looked at it before folding into the floor for cargo space for the entire trip) so cannot opine on it. Use at your own risk. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 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 |
| 2012 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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