Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Toyota Prius | |
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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 |
2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2015 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | For a compact hatchback, the new Toyota Prius feels very roomy inside. It helps that the tall, sloping console of the third-generation Prius has been replaced by one with a much less intrusive (if also less sporty) design. The deep instrument panel is scooped out on top, while the windshield is large and distant. The view forward from the driver seat is very open, but anyone who isn't a goldfish will find it unusual. It's like driving a spaceship, in two senses. Or a small minivan. The Ford C-MAX has a crossover-like driving position and the most comfortable seats. The front seats in the Prius are nicely shaped, but less firm. Those in the Volt could use more contour. I found the Civic's front seats somewhat uncomfortable. The Volt feels far tighter inside. Up front the windshield seems far smaller than that in the Prius. The back seat, while its cushion is comfortably positioned, threatens to induce claustrophobia. Both the Prius and the Volt have restricted visbility to the sides and especially to the rear. The view is much better from the driver seat in the C-MAX. see full Toyota Prius review |
2015 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Rear seat passengers in the Prius have far more knee room than those in the Volt, and feel far less closed in. Despite a low-mounted seat cushion, though, headroom is limited. Rear seat passengers in the C-MAX enjoy a much more comfortably positioned seat cushion, significantly more headroom, and better outward visibility. see full Toyota Prius review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Toyota Prius.