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Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
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 |
2006 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
It is great for young children, but not very comfortable for adults. It would LEGALLY allow you to drive many people around, but certainly not comfortably in the third row. Third row does NOT allow room even for kids in car seats to have any leg room. see full Lexus GX review |