Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3800 398 lb-ft@1600 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 225 hp@3750 407 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.7 in | 113.9 in | 0.8 in |
Length | 188.5 in | 188.8 in | -0.3 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 76.4 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 70.1 in | 68.2 in | 1.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4817 lb. | 4974 lb. | -157 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 39.6 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 59.8 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.4 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.9 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.8 in | 56.7 in | 3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 0.0 in | 56.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 34.9 in | 5.1 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 5.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.4 ft3 | 32.1 ft3 | -2.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.4 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | 1.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Mercedes-Benz M-Class.
2012 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |