Model Year | 2018 | 2006 | |
Model | Audi A4 / S4 | Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 354 hp@5400 369 lb-ft@1370 |
5.4L V8 OHC-3v 355 hp@5750 376 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 95.7 in | 15.3 in |
Length | 186.1 in | 160.7 in | 25.4 in |
Width | 72.5 in | 70.4 in | 2.1 in |
Height | 56.2 in | 51.0 in | 5.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3858 lb. | 3420 lb. | 438 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 37.9 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 52.2 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.6 in | -54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.5 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 0.0 in | 35.7 in |
Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 42.5 in (over 1 rows) | 34.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.0 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.0 ft3 | 9.8 ft3 | 3.2 ft3 |
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.
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 2dr Hardtop conv. | Ample leg room and headroom - up to about 6ft 5 is fine I'm 6ft3 and with the roof off I don't get too ruffled unless I go over about 85 mph Lots of other things to like (and the running costs arent too horrendous) but I'm limiting myself to my top three see full Mercedes-Benz SLK review |