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Mercedes-Benz GL (2008) vs. Toyota Prius (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2012 Toyota Prius specs.

2008 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2012 Toyota Prius Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Mercedes-Benz GL Toyota Prius  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 3,076 mm 2,700 mm 1 mm
Length 5,095 mm 4,481 mm 1 mm
Width 1,930 mm 1,745 mm 0 mm
Height 1,839 mm 1,491 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,395 kg 1,380 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 98 L 45 L 53 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,019 mm 980 mm -979 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,481 mm 1,394 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,339 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,024 mm 1,080 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,031 mm 955 mm -954 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,496 mm 1,349 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,300 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,003 mm 914 mm -913 mm
Headroom, Row 3 970 mm 0 mm 970 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,283 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 869 mm 0 mm 869 mm
Total Legroom 2,896 mm (over 3 rows) 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 405 L 612 L -207 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,240 L 21.6 -20.6 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,359 L 1,121 L 1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL

2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Prius

2012 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Excellent for at least a 6 footer see full Toyota Prius review
2011 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Outstanding see full Toyota Prius review
2012 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Mentioned this before, but should be mentioned again and again. It's a compact ecoonomy car with luxury under-the-hood technology. see full Toyota Prius review
2011 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Lack of lumbar support will translate into back fatigue on long trips. see full Toyota Prius review
 
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