Model Year | 2008 | 2020 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 200 kW@6000 350 Nm@2400 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 151 kW@6600 249 Nm@5000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,216 mm | 2,690 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,156 mm | 4,595 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,923 mm | 1,854 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,661 mm | 1,702 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,190 kg | 1,583 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 95 L | 55 L | 40 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,003 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,532 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,379 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,041 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,026 mm | 1,003 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,514 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,212 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 919 mm | 960 mm | -41 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 945 mm | 0 mm | 945 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,341 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 823 mm | 0 mm | 823 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,753 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 433 L | 1,065 L | 432 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,195 L | 37.6 | -36.6 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,407 L | 0 L | 2 L |
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 |
2020 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2020 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review |