Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3400 400 lb-ft@1600 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 215 hp@3800 398 lb-ft@1400 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,913 mm | 3,076 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,788 mm | 5,095 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,910 mm | 1,930 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,781 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,185 kg | 2,410 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 95 L | 98 L | -3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,013 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,521 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,519 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,427 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,016 mm | 1,003 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 970 mm | -970 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,283 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 869 mm | -869 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,896 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 833 L | 405 L | 428 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.4 | 1,240 L | 28.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,050 L | 2,359 L | 0 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz M-Class.
2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |