Audi A3 (2006) vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2008) Specs

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2006 Audi A3 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Specifications

Model Year	2006	2008
Model	Audi A3	Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	101.5 in	112.4 in	-10.9 in
Length	168.7 in	192.3 in	-23.6 in
Width	69.5 in	71.7 in	-2.2 in
Height	56.0 in	59.3 in	-3.3 in
Curb Weight	3263 lb.	4045 lb.	-782 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.0 gal.	21.1 gal.	-6.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.1 in	39.6 in	-1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.3 in	56.4 in	-2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	52.4 in	-52.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	41.9 in	-0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.9 in	37.7 in	-0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.8 in	56.1 in	-3.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	53.8 in	-53.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.8 in	35.6 in	-0.8 in
Total Legroom	76 in (over 2 rows)	77.5 in (over 2 rows)	-1.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	13.1 ft³	24.4 ft³	-11.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	54.6 ft³	68.9 ft³	-14.3 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Audi A3

2006 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD	The back seat is too small for most adults. I hadn't thought about it much when I bought the car, but it became apparent. I'd take friends to lunch and they are uncomfortable.Even ifa personplans on sitting small children in the back, they grow and the useful life of the car is affected. I wish the Europeans would figure that out. see full Audi A3 review
2007	4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD	Due to the position of the doors it is hard to get in and out of the car. see full Audi A3 review
2006	4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	The Subaru has a more comfortable and roomy back seat, with easier ingress/egress. see full Audi A3 review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Driving 4-5 hours in a row left no fatigue or discomfort in my back or legs. The seats are just firm enough but very supportive where they need to be. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
2008	4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD	The most comfortable seats among all its rivals including Lexus, Jaguar, BMW, Audi, and Infiniti. Plenty of adjustments in the seat and the telescoping steering wheel. Plenty of front seat room for people 6 foot tall and more. Provides ample support. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
2008	4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Can spend all day driving this car and not be exhausted. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
2008	4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Much better sized for me. My prior 2007 three series BMW was too small and cramped. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
2007	4dr Sedan 507-horsepower 6.2L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Lots of room and has adjustments on multicontour seats. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
2007	4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Very comfortable, firm seating,even after very long drives. The combination of lumbar support and heat leaves me refreshed after eight- and nine-hour drives. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review

2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD	The back seat is very comfortable and provides good headroom and seating support. They fold down to provide additional storage room. My complaint is that it is not S class roomy in the back. Leg and foot room can be limited if sitting behind a tall driver see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review

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