| Model Year | 2017 | 2023 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GLS | Mini Clubman | |
| Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 577 hp@5500 561 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 301 hp@5200 331 lb-ft@1450 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 105.1 in | 16 in |
| Length | 202.0 in | 168.3 in | 33.7 in |
| Width | 76.1 in | 70.9 in | 5.2 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 56.7 in | 16.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 5754 lb. | 3609 lb. | 2145 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.2 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 54.7 in | 3.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.4 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.0 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 52.8 in | 5.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 34.3 in | 4.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.9 in | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 35.0 in | 0.0 in | 35 in |
| Total Legroom | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | 75.7 in (over 2 rows) | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 17.5 ft3 | -1.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 17.5 | 31.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 47.9 ft3 | 45.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mini Clubman.