| Model Year | 2022 | 2017 | |
| Model | Audi A8 / S8 | Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Engine | turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 563 hp@6000 590 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 577 hp@5500 590 lb-ft@1750 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 123.1 in | 113.2 in | 9.9 in |
| Length | 209.5 in | 194.5 in | 15 in |
| Width | 76.6 in | 74.1 in | 2.5 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 55.8 in | 2.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 5126 lb. | 4420 lb. | 706 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 | 57.1 in | 2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 58.0 in | -58 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 42.1 in | -0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 36.1 in | 2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 56.5 in | 1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 35.0 in | 9.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 85.8 in (over 2 rows) | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 8.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.5 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | -2.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Audi A8 / S8.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLS.