Model Year | 2011 | 2020 | |
Model | BMW 5-Series | Mercedes-Benz CLA | |
Engine | turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5500 450 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6500 354 lb-ft@4750 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 107.4 in | 9.5 in |
Length | 193.1 in | 184.6 in | 8.5 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 72.0 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 57.6 in | 56.7 in | 0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4519 lb. | 3660 lb. | 859 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.5 gal. | 5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 38.5 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 55.1 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.8 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 35.7 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 54.0 in | 2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 33.9 in | 2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 75.7 in (over 2 rows) | 1.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 18.4 ft3 | 11.6 ft3 | 6.8 ft3 |
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA.