| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 | |
| Model | Audi A8 / S8 | Mercedes-Benz CLA | |
| Engine | turbocharged 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 605 hp@6100 517 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 375 hp@6000 350 lb-ft@2250 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 117.8 in | 106.3 in | 11.5 in |
| Length | 202.6 in | 182.3 in | 20.3 in |
| Width | 76.7 in | 70.0 in | 6.7 in |
| Height | 57.4 in | 56.6 in | 0.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4685 lb. | 3494 lb. | 1191 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 7.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 38.2 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 56.0 in | 3.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.2 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 35.6 in | 2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 53.2 in | 4.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 27.1 in | 11.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 67.3 in (over 2 rows) | 12.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 1.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Audi A8 / S8.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA.