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2014 BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
| Model | BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | |
| Engine | turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 560 hp@6000 500 lb-ft@1500 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 507 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 112.4 in | 4.5 in |
| Length | 197.2 in | 191.0 in | 6.2 in |
| Width | 74.6 in | 71.7 in | 2.9 in |
| Height | 54.8 in | 58.4 in | -3.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4430 lb. | 4027 lb. | 403 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.1 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 56.4 in | 0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 52.4 in | -52.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.9 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.8 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 56.1 in | -1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.3 in | 35.6 in | -0.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | -0.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.2 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 0.3 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe
| 2014 BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2014 | Like all BMWs midsize and larger, the 6-Series Gran Coupe can be equipped with the make's multi-contour seats. Thanks to abundant padding and a large number of adjustments, these are about as comfortable and as supportive as seats get. The Audi A7's seats, firmer, flatter, and with far fewer adjustments, aren't as luxurious or nearly as supportive in hard turns. (I did drive the car for over nine hours one day without even a hint of soreness, though.) see full BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe review | |
| 2014 BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| Even with the 4.5-inch wheelbase stretch, the 6-Series Gran Coupe has a tight, low-mounted rear seat with a virtually useless center position, as the center console extends all the way to the seat. At 5-9, I can sit behind myself with an inch or so above my head and a couple ahead of my up-angled knees. The cushion is well-shaped, but under-sized. The A7 has a much roomier, more comfortable rear seat. It's the one to buy if you want adult-sized people to use that second pair of doors. (Why you'd want these doors if you're not going to use them? I don't know--ask the person who owns one.) see full BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Driving 4-5 hours in a row left no fatigue or discomfort in my back or legs. The seats are just firm enough but very supportive where they need to be. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The most comfortable seats among all its rivals including Lexus, Jaguar, BMW, Audi, and Infiniti. Plenty of adjustments in the seat and the telescoping steering wheel. Plenty of front seat room for people 6 foot tall and more. Provides ample support. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Can spend all day driving this car and not be exhausted. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Much better sized for me. My prior 2007 three series BMW was too small and cramped. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 507-horsepower 6.2L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Lots of room and has adjustments on multicontour seats. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfortable, firm seating,even after very long drives. The combination of lumbar support and heat leaves me refreshed after eight- and nine-hour drives. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The back seat is very comfortable and provides good headroom and seating support. They fold down to provide additional storage room. My complaint is that it is not S class roomy in the back. Leg and foot room can be limited if sitting behind a tall driver see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
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