Model Year | 2011 | 2020 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | BMW i8 | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 451 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 110.2 in | -1.5 in |
Length | 182.3 in | 184.9 in | -2.6 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 76.5 in | -6.8 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 50.8 in | 5.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3662 lb. | 3501 lb. | 161 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 6.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 38.7 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 56.7 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 43.1 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 32.4 in | 4.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 49.6 in | 5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.4 in | 28.2 in | 5.2 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 3.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.4 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 | 7.7 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 2020 BMW i8.