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Model Year | 2023 | 2012 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GLS | Ford Escape | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 123.4 in | 103.1 in | 20.3 in |
Length | 205.0 in | 174.7 in | 30.3 in |
Width | 79.9 in | 71.1 in | 8.8 in |
Height | 71.8 in | 67.7 in | 4.1 in |
Curb Weight | 5467 lb. | 3254 lb. | 2213 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 7.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.4 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 56.6 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.3 in | -53.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.6 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 39.2 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 55.9 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.9 in | 35.6 in | 6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.6 in | 0.0 in | 34.6 in |
Total Legroom | 116.8 in (over 3 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 39.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.4 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -11.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.7 ft3 | 29.2 | 13.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS.
2012 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Wide bench seat with no humps. Middle passenger has good leg room where many other vehicles have a large hump to straddle. see full Ford Escape review |
2012 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
It's a tad bit tight in the drivers seat. I have to postion the seat just right to avoid hitting my right knee on the center console, and I frequently hit the light switch when getting out. I'm only 5'9", so not that large of a person. see full Ford Escape review |