| Model Year | 2021 | 2022 | |
| Model | Audi A8 / S8 | Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Engine | turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 453 hp@5500 487 lb-ft@1800 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 362 hp@5500 369 lb-ft@1600 |
|
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 123.2 in | 115.7 in | 7.5 in |
| Length | 208.7 in | 196.4 in | 12.3 in |
| Width | 76.6 in | 73.9 in | 2.7 in |
| Height | 58.6 in | 56.3 in | 2.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4905 lb. | 4255 lb. | 650 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 0.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 36.9 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 57.8 in | 1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 41.9 in | -0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 35.9 in | 2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 56.5 in | 1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 35.0 in | 9.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 85.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 8.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.5 ft3 | 11.9 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Audi A8 / S8.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS.