Model Year | 2012 | 2019 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | Lexus RC | |
Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 550 hp@5750 560 lb-ft@2000 |
5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 467 hp@7100 389 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 107.5 in | 7.3 in |
Length | 189.1 in | 184.8 in | 4.3 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 72.4 in | 2.8 in |
Height | 70.7 in | 54.9 in | 15.8 in |
Curb Weight | 5238 lb. | 3958 lb. | 1280 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 7.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.0 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 54.7 in | 3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 45.4 in | -5.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 34.8 in | 3.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 50.8 in | 7.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 44.9 in | -44.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 27.3 in | 11.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 72.7 in (over 2 rows) | 6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 36.2 ft3 | 10.4 ft3 | 25.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 10.4 ft3 | 60.6 ft3 |
2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
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