Mercedes-Benz GLK (2011) vs. Subaru Forester (2018) Specs

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2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK and 2018 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year	2011	2018
Model	Mercedes-Benz GLK	Subaru Forester
Engine	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400	turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000
Transmission	7-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable CVT
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	2,756 mm	2,639 mm	0 mm
Length	4,529 mm	4,595 mm	0 mm
Width	1,839 mm	1,796 mm	0 mm
Height	1,699 mm	1,687 mm	0 mm
Curb Weight	1,830 kg	1,657 kg	0 kg
Fuel Capacity	66 L	60 L	6 L
Headroom, Row 1	1,011 mm	1,052 mm	0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1	1,402 mm	1,448 mm	0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1	1,351 mm	1,369 mm	0 mm
Legroom, Row 1	1,062 mm	1,092 mm	0 mm
Headroom, Row 2	1,008 mm	1,011 mm	0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2	1,407 mm	1,435 mm	0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2	1,334 mm	1,346 mm	0 mm
Legroom, Row 2	892 mm	965 mm	-73 mm
Total Legroom	1,953 mm (over 2 rows)	2,057 mm (over 2 rows)	-1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum	660 L	974 L	-314 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum	1,549 L	2,115 L	-1 L

2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	I have a problem with headroom. So many cars give me less than a half inch from my scalp to the frame on the sunroof. That hurts over bumps, not to mention what my hair looks like when I get out. GLK has over an inch of space for me. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review

2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	If you are 6' plus like me, you will have to adjust the front seat forward if you want passengers to ride with you unless they are quite small. But this is a perfect city hauler for a single or couple. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review
2010	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	When the front seats are positioned comfortably aft for a six footer, the second row passengers have way too little leg room. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review
2010	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Cramped and uncomfortable for anyone over 5 feet tall. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review
2010	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Wife and I are 5.9 and 5.5 respectively. kids can easily kick the seat (whcih in the Benz you want there feet off things). Not bad in sense it feels roomy when in it, but if you are looking for LOTS of space, look elsewhere. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review
2010	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	We've only had the GLK-350 for a week. The backseat seems a little on the small side. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review
2010	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	small see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review

2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2017	4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD	- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review

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