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Mercedes-Benz GLK (2011) vs. Volvo XC60 (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK and 2012 Volvo XC60 specs.

2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK and 2012 Volvo XC60 Specifications

Model Year 2011 2012  
Model Mercedes-Benz GLK Volvo XC60  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
268 hp@6000
258 lb-ft@2400
turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5600
325 lb-ft@2100
 
Transmission 7-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 108.5 in 109.2 in -0.7 in
Length 178.3 in 182.2 in -3.9 in
Width 72.4 in 74.4 in -2 in
Height 66.9 in 67.4 in -0.5 in
Curb Weight 4034 lb. 4225 lb. -191 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.4 gal. 18.5 gal. -1.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 38.0 in 1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.2 in 56.7 in -1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.2 in 54.2 in -1 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.8 in 41.2 in 0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.7 in 38.1 in 1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.4 in 55.2 in 0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.5 in 53.8 in -1.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.1 in 36.4 in -1.3 in
Total Legroom 76.9 in (over 2 rows) 77.6 in (over 2 rows) -0.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 23.3 ft3 30.8 ft3 -7.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 54.7 ft3 67.4 ft3 -12.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK

2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volvo XC60

2012 Volvo XC60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
They are firm enough & well shaped to be comfortable over the long trip + also comfortable when you first sit in them see full Volvo XC60 review
 
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