Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 215 hp@3800 398 lb-ft@1400 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 240 hp@4000 406 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 113.9 in | 7.2 in |
Length | 200.6 in | 188.8 in | 11.8 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 76.4 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 68.2 in | 4.2 in |
Curb Weight | 5313 lb. | 4974 lb. | 339 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.6 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 59.8 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.4 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 38.9 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 56.7 in | 2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 34.9 in | 4.6 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) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 37.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 32.1 ft3 | -17.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 32.1 | 11.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
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 |
2013 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |