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Volkswagen Passat (2017) vs. Mercedes-Benz GLK (2011) Specs

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2017 Volkswagen Passat and 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK Specifications

Model Year 2017 2011  
Model Volkswagen Passat Mercedes-Benz GLK  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
280 hp@6200
258 lb-ft@2500
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
268 hp@6000
258 lb-ft@2400
 
Transmission 6-speed automated manual 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.4 in 108.5 in 1.9 in
Length 191.6 in 178.3 in 13.3 in
Width 72.2 in 72.4 in -0.2 in
Height 58.5 in 66.9 in -8.4 in
Curb Weight 3481 lb. 3884 lb. -403 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 17.4 gal. 1.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.3 in 39.8 in -1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.9 in 55.2 in 1.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 53.2 in -53.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 41.8 in 0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 39.7 in -1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.0 in 55.4 in 1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 52.5 in -52.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.1 in 35.1 in 4 in
Total Legroom 81.5 in (over 2 rows) 76.9 in (over 2 rows) 4.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.9 ft3 23.3 ft3 -7.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.9 ft3 54.7 ft3 -38.8 ft3

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2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
I have a problem with headroom. So many cars give me less than a half inch from my scalp to the frame on the sunroof. That hurts over bumps, not to mention what my hair looks like when I get out. GLK has over an inch of space for me. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review
2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
If you are 6' plus like me, you will have to adjust the front seat forward if you want passengers to ride with you unless they are quite small. But this is a perfect city hauler for a single or couple. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review
2010 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
When the front seats are positioned comfortably aft for a six footer, the second row passengers have way too little leg room. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review
2010 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Cramped and uncomfortable for anyone over 5 feet tall. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review
2010 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Wife and I are 5.9 and 5.5 respectively. kids can easily kick the seat (whcih in the Benz you want there feet off things). Not bad in sense it feels roomy when in it, but if you are looking for LOTS of space, look elsewhere. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review
2010 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
We've only had the GLK-350 for a week. The backseat seems a little on the small side. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review
2010 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
small see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review
 
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