Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Lexus GX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5400 323 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 109.8 in | 16.8 in |
Length | 203.0 in | 188.2 in | 14.8 in |
Width | 75.7 in | 74.0 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 65.4 in | 74.6 in | -9.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4829 lb. | 4871 lb. | -42 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 23.0 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.2 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 57.5 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.1 in | -55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.8 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 40.0 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 57.4 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.8 in | -54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 36.8 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 36.5 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.8 in | 56.7 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.4 in | -56.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 24.9 in | 7.5 in |
Total Legroom | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | 103.5 in (over 3 rows) | 4.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 2.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 49.7 ft3 | -7.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 77.5 ft3 | 7.5 ft3 |
2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2008 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Could use a couple of inches more leg room in the front, and we're only six feet tall. see full Lexus GX review |