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Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2012) vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS (2018) Specs

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2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS Specifications

Model Year 2012 2018  
Model Mercedes-Benz R-Class Mercedes-Benz GLS  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 126.6 in 121.1 in 5.5 in
Length 203.1 in 202.0 in 1.1 in
Width 77.1 in 76.1 in 1 in
Height 65.4 in 72.8 in -7.4 in
Curb Weight 4960 lb. 5400 lb. -440 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 26.4 gal. -5.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 41.2 in -1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 60.3 in 58.5 in 1.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 39.8 in 40.3 in -0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.4 in 40.0 in 0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 59.6 in 58.3 in 1.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.2 in 38.5 in -2.3 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.2 in 38.9 in -1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 52.8 in 50.5 in 2.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 32.4 in 35.0 in -2.6 in
Total Legroom 108.4 in (over 3 rows) 113.8 in (over 3 rows) -5.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.2 ft3 16.0 ft3 -0.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 42.2 ft3 49.4 ft3 -7.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 85.0 ft3 93.8 ft3 -8.8 ft3

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