Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Lexus RX | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,761 mm | 2,715 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,630 mm | 4,729 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,770 mm | 1,844 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,430 mm | 1,679 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,600 kg | 1,755 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 66 L | 73 L | -7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 942 mm | 1,001 mm | 941 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,328 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,080 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 980 mm | -43 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 848 mm | 925 mm | -77 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,908 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,004 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 351 L | 1,085 L | 350 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 | 2,398 L | 10.4 |
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The seat causes no discomfort to my tailbone like many ohter cars. Furthermore, the padding is firm and feels like it will last a long time. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Mercedes-Benz makes the best seats in the business, period. Even after a 10 hour drive, my back did not hurt. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Not much leg room when compared to other luxury entries. No flat floor so a 3rd passenger in the rear is not possible. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Center console and stack cut into front side leg room, my left leg is always up against the center console. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
just ok see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
too tight back there. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2009 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |