Model Year | 2012 | 2018 | |
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 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 | 116.9 in | 106.3 in | 10.6 in |
Length | 193.1 in | 182.3 in | 10.8 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 70.0 in | 3.2 in |
Height | 57.6 in | 56.6 in | 1 in |
Curb Weight | 4519 lb. | 3494 lb. | 1025 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 38.2 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 56.0 in | 2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.2 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 35.6 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 53.2 in | 3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 27.1 in | 9 in |
Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 67.3 in (over 2 rows) | 10.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 18.4 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW 5-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA.