Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Volkswagen Routan | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 121.2 in | 5.4 in |
Length | 203.0 in | 202.5 in | 0.5 in |
Width | 75.7 in | 76.9 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 65.4 in | 68.9 in | -3.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4841 lb. | 4494 lb. | 347 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 20.5 gal. | 4.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 37.2 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 63.0 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.6 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 39.2 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 64.7 in | -5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 36.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 37.9 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.8 in | 62.0 in | -9.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 31.8 in | 0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | -0.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -17 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 83.0 ft3 | -40.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 140.6 ft3 | -55.6 ft3 |
2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The STANDARD leather seating surfaces on the 2006 front seats - way better feel than artico leather. The adjustment range to get things just right and the head rest. Very cozy. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3 row seating see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This has to be, by far, the roomiest Mercedes period. Back seat comfort, even in the third row, is unmatched. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seating for 6. Great for kids. Easy to get into. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Routan.