| Model Year | 2011 | 2016 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Audi A7 / S7 / RS7 | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 481 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 560 hp@5700 516 lb-ft@1750 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 114.7 in | -6 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 196.2 in | -13.9 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 75.2 in | -5.5 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 55.9 in | 0.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3662 lb. | 4497 lb. | -835 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 36.9 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 57.2 in | -2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.3 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 36.6 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.9 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.4 in | 37.0 in | -3.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | -3.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 24.5 ft3 | -12.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 56.0 ft3 | -43.6 ft3 |
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
This car has a very small back seat. If you want to carry passengers for a long distance, get an E class. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Audi A7 / S7 / RS7.