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Mercedes-Benz GLA (2017) vs. Mercedes-Benz SL (2012) Specs

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2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA and 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL Specifications

Model Year 2017 2012  
Model Mercedes-Benz GLA Mercedes-Benz SL  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
375 hp@6000
350 lb-ft@2250
6.2L V8
DOHC-4v
518 hp@6800
465 lb-ft@5200
 
Transmission 7-speed automated manual 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD RWD  
Body 4dr SUV 2dr Hardtop conv.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 100.8 in 5.5 in
Length 173.9 in 180.4 in -6.5 in
Width 71.0 in 71.5 in -0.5 in
Height 60.0 in 51.1 in 8.9 in
Curb Weight 3457 lb. 4274 lb. -817 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.8 gal. 21.1 gal. -6.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 37.7 in 2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.8 in 54.0 in 0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 53.9 in -53.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in 42.9 in -1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.4 in 0.0 in 38.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.1 in 0.0 in 53.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.9 in 0.0 in 33.9 in
Total Legroom 75.8 in (over 2 rows) 42.9 in (over 1 rows) 32.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 17.2 ft3 7.2 ft3 10 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 43.6 ft3 10.2 ft3 33.4 ft3

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