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Audi A3 / S3 (2015) vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Audi A3 / S3 and 2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class specs.

2015 Audi A3 / S3 and 2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications

Model Year 2015 2012  
Model Audi A3 / S3 Mercedes-Benz R-Class  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4 Diesel
DOHC-4v
150 hp@3500
236 lb-ft@1750
turbocharged
3.0L V6 Diesel
DOHC-4v
210 hp@3400
400 lb-ft@1600
 
Transmission 6-speed automated manual 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.8 in 126.6 in -22.8 in
Length 175.4 in 203.1 in -27.7 in
Width 70.7 in 77.1 in -6.4 in
Height 55.7 in 65.4 in -9.7 in
Curb Weight 3241 lb. 5225 lb. -1984 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 21.1 gal. -7.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 36.5 in 39.8 in -3.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.8 in 60.3 in -5.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 39.8 in 1.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.1 in 40.4 in -4.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.0 in 59.6 in -6.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.1 in 36.2 in -1.1 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.2 in -37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 52.8 in -52.8 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 32.4 in -32.4 in
Total Legroom 76.3 in (over 2 rows) 108.4 in (over 3 rows) -32.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 12.3 ft3 15.2 ft3 -2.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 12.3 42.2 ft3 -29.9
Cargo Volume, Maximum 12.3 ft3 85.0 ft3 -72.7 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Audi A3 / S3

2015 Audi A3 / S3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Audi A3 / S3

2015 Audi A3 / S3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2016 4dr Sedan turbocharged 292hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual AWD
very tight see full Audi A3 / S3 review
 

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