Model Year | 2016 | 2015 | |
Model | Subaru WRX | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 305 hp@6000 290 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 550 hp@5750 560 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,649 mm | 3,073 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,595 mm | 5,121 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,941 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,476 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,536 kg | 2,580 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 100 L | -40 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,412 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,326 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,100 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 1,016 mm | 941 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,377 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,349 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 899 mm | 978 mm | -79 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 988 mm | -988 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,283 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 889 mm | -889 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,891 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 340 L | 453 L | -113 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.0 | 1,399 L | 11 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 | 2,656 L | 10 |
2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | The Subaru WRX has always been fun to drive. But it used to be cramped inside, especially in the back seat. This is no longer an issue. The new car has more rear seat legroom than the one-size-up Legacy had during its 2005-2009 glory days. Unless your friends and family are tall, they'll fit in back. While the GTI's back seat is nearly as roomy, the Focus ST's isn't in the same ballpark. If you want rear air vents for your passengers, though, you'll have to get the VW or the Ford. Subaru doesn't offer them in the WRX. see full Subaru WRX review |
2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL.