Model Year | 2008 | 2018 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Mercedes-Benz G-Class | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 451 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 563 hp@5500 561 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,761 mm | 2,850 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,630 mm | 4,765 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,770 mm | 1,824 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,430 mm | 1,953 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,661 kg | 2,646 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 66 L | 96 L | -30 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 942 mm | 1,072 mm | 941 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,328 mm | 1,308 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,334 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 1,016 mm | 936 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 848 mm | 1,064 mm | 847 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,908 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,398 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 351 L | 1,141 L | 350 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 | 2,127 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz G-Class.