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2008 Audi A3 and 2006 Mercury Mariner Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Audi A3 | Mercury Mariner | |
| Engine | 3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 103.2 in | -1.7 in |
| Length | 168.7 in | 174.9 in | -6.2 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 70.1 in | -0.6 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 68.0 in | -12 in |
| Curb Weight | 3660 lb. | 3484 lb. | 176 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 16.5 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 40.4 in | -2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 56.8 in | -2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.5 in | -53.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.6 in | -0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.2 in | -2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 55.9 in | -3.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 35.6 in | -0.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -1.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 29.3 ft3 | -16.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -11.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Audi A3
| 2008 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Really just a 4 place vehicle...3 across in the rear is not comfortably possible. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Slightly too close to each other in arm room. see full Audi A3 review |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mercury Mariner
| 2006 Mercury Mariner Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The seats have plush cushioning, lumbar control and position control. The seats are leather/vinyl (I think leather, but not sure) with center punched suede allowing some air circulation. All good for greater comfort on long trips see full Mercury Mariner review |
| 2006 Mercury Mariner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Rear seat room is limited, seats firm, but little side support see full Mercury Mariner review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
For long drives even with leather it can get uncomfortable. A little more support and padding would be good in the seat. see full Mercury Mariner review |
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