Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | |
Model | Audi A4 / S4 | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 260 kW@5400 500 Nm@1370 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 375 kW@6800 630 Nm@5200 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,819 mm | 2,913 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,727 mm | 4,788 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,842 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,427 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,750 kg | 2,310 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 95 L | -31 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 1,013 mm | 987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,521 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,420 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 950 mm | 1,011 mm | 949 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,384 mm | 1,519 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,427 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 907 mm | 1,016 mm | 906 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,956 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 368 L | 833 L | -465 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.0 | 2,050 L | 11 |
2018 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2017 | Before the 2009 model year redesign, the Audi A4's back seat was too tight for adults of more than average size, and marginal even for these. With the 2017 the back seat has grown yet again. Not only this, but the cushion is higher off the floor than in previous A4s or in competitors, such that it's now the most comfortable in the class. This said, the rear doors could open more widely, such that I struggled to get a decent photo of the rear seat. Since its 2014 model year redesign the Lexus IS has had a passably roomy rear seat, but it can't match the Audi's for comfort. see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2018 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Pressed to come up with another con, I might offer the front seats. There's nothing bad about them. There's just nothing outstanding about them, either. Those in the sport-trim Lexus provide more lateral support and feel more comfortable to me. (With seats personal impressions are bound to vary, so definitely evaluate them yourself.) see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Audi A4 / S4.
2009 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 |
2009 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 |