Model Year | 2020 | 2012 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GLE | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 483 hp@5500 516 lb-ft@2000 |
supercharged 3.0L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 380 hp@5500 428 lb-ft@1000 |
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Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 113.9 in | 4 in |
Length | 194.3 in | 188.8 in | 5.5 in |
Width | 76.6 in | 76.4 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 70.7 in | 68.2 in | 2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 5280 lb. | 5135 lb. | 145 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 39.6 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 59.8 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.4 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.9 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 56.7 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 34.9 in | 6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 4.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.3 ft3 | 32.1 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.9 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | 4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE.
2012 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 |