Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 (2017) vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class (2006) Specs

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2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Specifications

Model Year	2017	2006
Model	Audi A3 / S3 / RS3	Mercedes-Benz M-Class
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.5 in	114.7 in	-11.2 in
Length	169.8 in	188.5 in	-18.7 in
Width	70.3 in	75.2 in	-4.9 in
Height	56.1 in	69.8 in	-13.7 in
Curb Weight	3616 lb.	4623 lb.	-1007 lb.
Fuel Capacity	10.6 gal.	25.1 gal.	-14.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	36.9 in	39.9 in	-3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.8 in	59.9 in	-5.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	55.0 in	-55 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	42.2 in	-1 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.5 in	39.8 in	-2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.9 in	59.8 in	-6.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.4 in	40.0 in	-4.6 in
Total Legroom	76.6 in (over 2 rows)	82.2 in (over 2 rows)	-5.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	9.9 ft³	29.4 ft³	-19.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	39.5 ft³	72.4 ft³	-32.9 ft³

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Same goes for rear seat room. The Audi S3's rear seat can be a tight fit for adults, especially if those in the front seats are tall. But at least most adults will fit. My adult-sized children rode in the back seat from Detroit to Nashville and back without complaining about the amount of space. (It helped that none of us are tall; I'm 5-9.) The back seat in the CLA provides far less room for heads and legs. Mercedes markets it as a coupe for a reason. see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2016	4dr Sedan turbocharged 292hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD	very tight see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class

2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Can drive this vehicle all day long and not be tired. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review
2006	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Seats with warmers are great see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review

2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2005	4dr SUV 288-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range	Space is limited for adults in the back espically if the front passenger is tall. Seats are not bucket like the front so if driver takes a hard turn you go flying. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review

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