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Mercedes-Benz GLA (2018) vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2008) Specs

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2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications

Model Year 2018 2008  
Model Mercedes-Benz GLA Mercedes-Benz R-Class  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 126.6 in -20.3 in
Length 173.9 in 203.0 in -29.1 in
Width 71.0 in 75.7 in -4.7 in
Height 60.0 in 65.4 in -5.4 in
Curb Weight 3296 lb. 4829 lb. -1533 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.8 gal. 25.1 gal. -10.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 39.8 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.8 in 60.3 in -5.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in 39.8 in 2.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.4 in 40.4 in -2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.1 in 59.6 in -6.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.9 in 36.2 in -2.3 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.2 in -37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 52.8 in -52.8 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 32.4 in -32.4 in
Total Legroom 75.8 in (over 2 rows) 108.4 in (over 3 rows) -32.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 17.2 ft3 15.3 ft3 1.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 17.2 42.2 ft3 -25
Cargo Volume, Maximum 43.6 ft3 85.0 ft3 -41.4 ft3

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2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
 
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