| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Lexus CT | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 116.3 in | -13.9 in |
| Length | 170.1 in | 199.4 in | -29.3 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 73.7 in | -4.2 in |
| Height | 56.7 in | 55.8 in | 0.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3130 lb. | 4485 lb. | -1355 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -11.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 36.9 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 59.3 in | -5.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 62.0 in | -9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 42.2 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.4 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 55.2 in | -2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.8 in | 56.0 in | -4.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.9 in | 32.2 in | 0.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 1.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 32.0 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 19.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Lexus CT.
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The CL600 comes standard with active multi-contour front seats with heating/cooling and message functions. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
THe CLs lack rear seat room and entry/exit can be difficult and challenging at best. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |