Model Year | 2018 | 2013 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GLS | Subaru Impreza / WRX | |
Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 577 hp@5500 561 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 305 hp@6000 290 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 104.1 in | 17 in |
Length | 202.0 in | 173.8 in | 28.2 in |
Width | 76.1 in | 68.5 in | 7.6 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 57.6 in | 15.2 in |
Curb Weight | 5754 lb. | 3384 lb. | 2370 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 14.6 gal. | 11.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 39.7 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 55.6 in | 2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.2 in | -53.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 43.5 in | -3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 37.2 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 54.2 in | 4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.2 in | -52.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 35.4 in | 3.1 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) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 34.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 22.4 ft3 | -6.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 22.4 | 27 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 49.7 ft3 | 44.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS.
2013 Subaru Impreza / WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
I am 6'4" tall and this is one of the few compact cars I fit into easily with room to spare. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX review |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
The rear seats actually have enough space to comfortably fit full size adults or child car seats. The doors open wide making ingress and egress easy. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX review |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 2.0L H4 CVT AWD |
I've driven between the SF Bay Area and San Diego several times with no comfort issues. As a point of comparison, I am comfortable with long drives in a 2002 Honda Civic and I would like to burn the seats in a 2010 Hyundai Tucson. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX review |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Amongst small cars, this had quite comfortable rear seat room, which accommodated our car seat better than our previous Volkswagen Jetta. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX review |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Roomy inside, as well as pretty large greenhouse see full Subaru Impreza / WRX review |
2013 Subaru Impreza / WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
The lumbar support is slightly lacking for me, but I have dancer-like posture so it could just be my preference. The seats are very plush and well-designed otherwise... go sit in one. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX review |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats only adjust two ways, and manual adjustments at that. They're adequate for short trips but uncomfortable if you have to sit for hours. I wish there was an option for multiple power adjustments with memory. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX review |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Coming from both an MX-5 and Buick Century the cabin of the WRX is very spacious. There is good room for driver and passenger. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX review |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
I drove he car for a better part of 2 hours today. The seats were very comfortable all around in rush hour traffic on city and highway roads. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX review |