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Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2012) vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS (2020) Specs

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2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS Specifications

Model Year 2012 2020  
Model Mercedes-Benz R-Class Mercedes-Benz GLS  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 126.6 in 123.4 in 3.2 in
Length 203.1 in 205.0 in -1.9 in
Width 77.1 in 79.9 in -2.8 in
Height 65.4 in 71.8 in -6.4 in
Curb Weight 4960 lb. 5467 lb. -507 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 23.8 gal. -2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 39.4 in 0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 60.3 in 59.3 in 1 in
Legroom, Row 1 39.8 in 40.3 in -0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.4 in 40.2 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 59.6 in 58.5 in 1.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.2 in 41.9 in -5.7 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 34.6 in -2.2 in
Total Legroom 108.4 in (over 3 rows) 116.8 in (over 3 rows) -8.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.2 ft3 17.4 ft3 -2.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 42.2 ft3 42.7 ft3 -0.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 85.0 ft3 84.7 ft3 0.3 ft3

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