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Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2008) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2008 2013  
Model Mercedes-Benz R-Class Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 3,216 mm 2,578 mm 1 mm
Length 5,156 mm 4,201 mm 1 mm
Width 1,923 mm 1,786 mm 0 mm
Height 1,661 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,190 kg 1,346 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 95 L 55 L 40 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,011 mm 998 mm -997 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,532 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,011 mm 1,046 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,026 mm 978 mm -977 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,514 mm 1,341 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 919 mm 902 mm 17 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) 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 433 L 425 L 8 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,195 L 15.0 -14 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,407 L 1,303 L 1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class

2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 
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