Model Year | 2018 | 2008 | |
Model | Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5850 354 lb-ft@1700 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 503 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
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 | 71.5 in | -15.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 5093 lb. | -1081 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3.
2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Bottom seat cushions are long enough for taller drivers. Padding is not too firm or too soft. Excellent support and an upright, easy-chair seating position, instead of having to extend your legs horizontally to get legroom. Results in no low back pain. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
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 |
2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very still and uncomfortable for long drives see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |