Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen Touareg | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 225 hp@3750 407 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 240 hp@3600 455 lb-ft@1600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 114.8 in | -2.4 in |
Length | 187.2 in | 189.1 in | -1.9 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 75.2 in | 0.7 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 70.7 in | -2.7 in |
Curb Weight | 5286 lb. | 5038 lb. | 248 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 24.6 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 38.9 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 58.5 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.3 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.5 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 58.4 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 38.4 in | -2.8 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.0 ft3 | 36.2 ft3 | -5.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | 0 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Volkswagen Touareg.
2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
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