Model Year | 2009 | 2019 | |
Model | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | Mercedes-Benz GLS | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 305 hp@6000 290 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 577 hp@5500 561 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 121.1 in | -18 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 202.0 in | -28.2 in |
Width | 68.5 in | 76.1 in | -7.6 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 72.8 in | -14.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3395 lb. | 5754 lb. | -2359 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -9.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.2 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 58.5 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 40.3 in | 3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 40.0 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.2 in | 58.3 in | -5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 38.5 in | -5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.9 in | -38.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.0 in | -35 in |
Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | -36.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.0 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.0 | 49.4 ft3 | -30.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.4 ft3 | 93.8 ft3 | -49.4 ft3 |
2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
The seats are bolstered in the right spots, firm and not mushy. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very spacious for a car in this category and much better than many luxury brands i.e. lexus is250 see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
The seats are relatively comfortable and the fabric is fair to good quality and feel. Definitely felt more comfortable to drive then a Lancer. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
The car was too small to drive comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
My growing children could not ride comfortably for any length of time in this backseat. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Too small to drive comfortably for long distances. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
My children did not fit comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Small car, little room, nuff said. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS.