Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Engine | 5.0L V8 OHC-3v 302 hp@5600 339 lb-ft@2700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.7 in | 108.5 in | 6.2 in |
Length | 188.5 in | 178.3 in | 10.2 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 72.4 in | 2.8 in |
Height | 69.8 in | 66.9 in | 2.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4743 lb. | 4034 lb. | 709 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 7.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 39.8 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 55.2 in | 4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 53.2 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.8 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.7 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.8 in | 55.4 in | 4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.5 in | -52.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 35.1 in | 4.9 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 5.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.4 ft3 | 23.3 ft3 | 6.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.4 ft3 | 54.7 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 |
2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Can drive this vehicle all day long and not be tired. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seats with warmers are great see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Space is limited for adults in the back espically if the front passenger is tall. Seats are not bucket like the front so if driver takes a hard turn you go flying. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I have a problem with headroom. So many cars give me less than a half inch from my scalp to the frame on the sunroof. That hurts over bumps, not to mention what my hair looks like when I get out. GLK has over an inch of space for me. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
If you are 6' plus like me, you will have to adjust the front seat forward if you want passengers to ride with you unless they are quite small. But this is a perfect city hauler for a single or couple. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
When the front seats are positioned comfortably aft for a six footer, the second row passengers have way too little leg room. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Cramped and uncomfortable for anyone over 5 feet tall. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Wife and I are 5.9 and 5.5 respectively. kids can easily kick the seat (whcih in the Benz you want there feet off things). Not bad in sense it feels roomy when in it, but if you are looking for LOTS of space, look elsewhere. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
We've only had the GLK-350 for a week. The backseat seems a little on the small side. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
small see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |