| Model Year | 2006 | 2023 | |
| Model | Audi A8 | Mercedes-Benz GLA | |
| Engine | 6.0L W12 DOHC-4v 450 hp@6200 428 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6500 354 lb-ft@4750 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.0 in | 107.4 in | 13.6 in |
| Length | 204.4 in | 173.6 in | 30.8 in |
| Width | 74.6 in | 72.2 in | 2.4 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 63.5 in | -6.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4729 lb. | 3847 lb. | 882 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 11.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 39.0 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 55.9 in | 3.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.0 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.1 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 54.8 in | 2.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 42.3 in | 38.0 in | 4.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 83.6 in (over 2 rows) | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 4.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.6 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.6 ft3 | 50.5 ft3 | -35.9 ft3 |
| 2006 Audi A8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 330-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
TOTAL COMFORT. SEAT CAN BE ADJUSTED TO GIVE COMFORT FOR BACK AND LEGS. see full Audi A8 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA.