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Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2012) vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS (2019) Specs

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2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS Specifications

Model Year 2012 2019  
Model Mercedes-Benz R-Class Mercedes-Benz GLS  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 3,216 mm 3,076 mm 0 mm
Length 5,159 mm 5,131 mm 0 mm
Width 1,958 mm 1,933 mm 0 mm
Height 1,661 mm 1,849 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,250 kg 2,449 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 80 L 100 L -20 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,011 mm 1,046 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,532 mm 1,486 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,011 mm 1,024 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,026 mm 1,016 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,514 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 919 mm 978 mm -59 mm
Headroom, Row 3 945 mm 988 mm -43 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,341 mm 1,283 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 3 823 mm 889 mm -66 mm
Total Legroom 2,753 mm (over 3 rows) 2,891 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 430 L 453 L -23 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,195 L 1,399 L 0 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,407 L 2,656 L 0 L

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