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Mercedes-Benz GLA (2023) vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2008) Specs

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2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications

Model Year 2023 2008  
Model Mercedes-Benz GLA Mercedes-Benz R-Class  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 107.4 in 126.6 in -19.2 in
Length 173.6 in 203.0 in -29.4 in
Width 72.2 in 75.7 in -3.5 in
Height 63.5 in 65.4 in -1.9 in
Curb Weight 3384 lb. 4829 lb. -1445 lb.
Fuel Capacity 12.7 gal. 25.1 gal. -12.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.0 in 39.8 in -0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 60.3 in -4.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.0 in 39.8 in 1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.1 in 40.4 in -2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.8 in 59.6 in -4.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.0 in 36.2 in 1.8 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 79 in (over 2 rows) 108.4 in (over 3 rows) -29.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.4 ft3 15.3 ft3 0.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 15.4 42.2 ft3 -26.8
Cargo Volume, Maximum 50.5 ft3 85.0 ft3 -34.5 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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