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Audi A3 (2012) vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2012) Specs

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2012 Audi A3 and 2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Specifications

Model Year 2012 2012  
Model Audi A3 Mercedes-Benz E-Class  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4 Diesel
DOHC-4v
140 hp@4200
236 lb-ft@1750
turbocharged
3.0L V6 Diesel
DOHC-4v
210 hp@3800
400 lb-ft@1600
 
Transmission 6-speed automated manual 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.5 in 113.2 in -11.7 in
Length 168.7 in 192.7 in -24 in
Width 69.5 in 73.0 in -3.5 in
Height 56.0 in 58.9 in -2.9 in
Curb Weight 3362 lb. 4293 lb. -931 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.0 gal. 21.1 gal. -6.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.1 in 38.3 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.3 in 57.8 in -3.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 41.3 in -0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.9 in 39.8 in -2.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.8 in 56.8 in -4 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.8 in 36.0 in -1.2 in
Total Legroom 76 in (over 2 rows) 77.3 in (over 2 rows) -1.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.1 ft3 20.5 ft3 -7.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 54.6 ft3 57.4 ft3 -2.8 ft3

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2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Wagon 302-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Great comfort. Low dash makes seeing out good for my short wife. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
 
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