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Mercedes-Benz GLS (2023) vs. Volkswagen Golf (2023) Specs

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2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS and 2023 Volkswagen Golf Specifications

Model Year 2023 2023  
Model Mercedes-Benz GLS Volkswagen Golf  
Engine turbocharged
4.0L V8 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
603 hp@5750
627 lb-ft@2500
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
315 hp@5900
280 lb-ft@1900
 
Transmission 9-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 123.4 in 103.6 in 19.8 in
Length 205.0 in 168.8 in 36.2 in
Width 79.9 in 70.4 in 9.5 in
Height 71.8 in 57.6 in 14.2 in
Curb Weight 6019 lb. 3481 lb. 2538 lb.
Fuel Capacity 23.8 gal. 13.2 gal. 10.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 38.5 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.3 in 55.9 in 3.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 53.4 in -53.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.3 in 41.2 in -0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.2 in 38.1 in 2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.5 in 53.9 in 4.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 46.3 in -46.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 41.9 in 35.0 in 6.9 in
Legroom, Row 3 34.6 in 0.0 in 34.6 in
Total Legroom 116.8 in (over 3 rows) 76.2 in (over 2 rows) 40.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 17.4 ft3 19.9 ft3 -2.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 42.7 ft3 19.9 22.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 84.7 ft3 34.5 ft3 50.2 ft3

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