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Mercedes-Benz GL (2011) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2018) Specs

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2011 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2018 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2011 2018  
Model Mercedes-Benz GL Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 121.1 in 103.5 in 17.6 in
Length 200.6 in 179.8 in 20.8 in
Width 76.0 in 70.8 in 5.2 in
Height 72.4 in 58.3 in 14.1 in
Curb Weight 5346 lb. 3053 lb. 2293 lb.
Fuel Capacity 26.0 gal. 13.2 gal. 12.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.1 in 38.6 in 1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.3 in 55.9 in 2.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.3 in 41.2 in -0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.6 in 38.6 in 2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.9 in 53.9 in 5 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.5 in 35.6 in 3.9 in
Headroom, Row 3 38.2 in 0.0 in 38.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 50.5 in 0.0 in 50.5 in
Legroom, Row 3 34.2 in 0.0 in 34.2 in
Total Legroom 114 in (over 3 rows) 76.8 in (over 2 rows) 37.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 14.3 ft3 30.4 ft3 -16.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.8 ft3 30.4 13.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.3 ft3 66.5 ft3 16.8 ft3

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