| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Mini Hardtop | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,761 mm | 2,466 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,630 mm | 3,698 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,430 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,600 kg | 1,155 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 66 L | 40 L | 26 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 942 mm | 986 mm | -44 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,278 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,328 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 955 mm | -18 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,135 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 848 mm | 759 mm | 89 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,908 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,811 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 351 L | 161 L | 190 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 | 680 L | -667.6 |
| 2010 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 |
| 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 |
| 2010 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 |
| 2010 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
nevr a backache, I am a six footer that arrives refreshed and never feel cramped. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
heated seats, great driving position, great visability see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2010 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Small children, petite women and Hobbits may sit in the back on short trips. Otherwise, forget it. It's a MINI! see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I drove a John Cooperworks MINI and I found the front seat to be incredibly flat and unsupportive. It was the complete opposite of the GTI seats, and a big part of why I purchased the GTI instead see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
There is no room for anyone other than a child see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Smallish seats made the front feel kinda cheap. The middle armrest was also a very hard plastic, but the door was slightly softer plastic. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Despite being a hatchback, not a lot of headroom in the back, almost as same as the Mustang. Seats were more upright and headrest should have been integrated into seatbacks; rather, it was mostly a nuisance. see full Mini Hardtop review |