Model Year | 2012 | 2021 | |
Model | Volkswagen Touareg | Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS | |
Engine | supercharged 3.0L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 380 hp@5500 428 lb-ft@1000 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 550 hp@6000 538 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.9 in | 123.4 in | -9.5 in |
Length | 188.8 in | 204.9 in | -16.1 in |
Width | 76.4 in | 79.9 in | -3.5 in |
Height | 68.2 in | 72.4 in | -4.2 in |
Curb Weight | 5135 lb. | 6140 lb. | -1005 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.4 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.8 in | 59.3 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.3 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 40.2 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 56.1 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.9 in | 43.4 in | -8.5 in |
Total Legroom | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 83.7 in (over 2 rows) | -7.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.1 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | 13.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.9 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | 52.5 ft3 |
2012 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS.