Model Year | 2011 | 2014 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 101.5 in | 19.6 in |
Length | 200.6 in | 179.3 in | 21.3 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 70.1 in | 5.9 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 59.2 in | 13.2 in |
Curb Weight | 5346 lb. | 3228 lb. | 2118 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 11.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 38.4 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 54.8 in | 3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.1 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 38.1 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 53.1 in | 5.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 35.5 in | 4 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) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 37.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -18.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 32.8 | 11 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL.
2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
at 6' 3" the rear seating with sun roof is a little tight. If you are taller than me do not plan to spend much time in the rear. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Nice seats. Love the heated front seats see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |