

Model Year | 2023 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GLB | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 126.6 in | -15.2 in |
Length | 182.4 in | 203.0 in | -20.6 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 75.7 in | -3.5 in |
Height | 65.3 in | 65.4 in | -0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3638 lb. | 4829 lb. | -1191 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -9.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.8 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 60.3 in | -4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 39.8 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 40.4 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 59.6 in | -4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 36.2 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 34.8 in | 37.2 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 43.8 in | 52.8 in | -9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.1 in | 32.4 in | -3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 108.3 in (over 3 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.0 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 6.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 22.0 | 42.2 ft3 | -20.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.0 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -23 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB.
2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |