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BMW 8-Series (2021) vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS (2020) Specs

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2021 BMW 8-Series and 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS Specifications

Model Year 2021 2020  
Model BMW 8-Series Mercedes-Benz CLS  
Engine turbocharged
4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
523 hp@5500
553 lb-ft@1800
twincharged
3.0L I6 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
429 hp@5900
384 lb-ft@1800
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable automatic 9-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 2dr Coupe 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 111.1 in 115.7 in -4.6 in
Length 191.2 in 199.1 in -7.9 in
Width 74.9 in 74.4 in 0.5 in
Height 53.0 in 55.3 in -2.3 in
Curb Weight 4478 lb. 4447 lb. 31 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.0 gal. 21.1 gal. -3.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.9 in 36.9 in 2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.2 in 57.8 in -0.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.1 in 41.9 in 0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 33.6 in 35.9 in -2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 46.9 in 56.5 in -9.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 29.5 in 35.0 in -5.5 in
Total Legroom 71.6 in (over 2 rows) 76.9 in (over 2 rows) -5.3 in
Cargo Volume 14.8 ft3 11.9 ft3 2.9 ft3

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