Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Lexus RX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 106.9 in | 19.7 in |
Length | 203.0 in | 186.2 in | 16.8 in |
Width | 75.7 in | 72.6 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 65.4 in | 66.1 in | -0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4829 lb. | 4090 lb. | 739 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 5.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 57.9 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.6 in | -55.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 42.5 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 38.6 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 57.1 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.1 in | -55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 36.4 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 0.0 in | 37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.8 in | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 0.0 in | 32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 29.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 38.3 ft3 | -23 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 38.3 | 3.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 84.7 ft3 | 0.3 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 RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |