Model Year | 2008 | 2018 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 2.9L V6 DOHC-4v 444 hp@5700 443 lb-ft@1900 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 108.8 in | 7.5 in |
Length | 199.4 in | 184.0 in | 15.4 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 72.7 in | 1 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 54.0 in | 1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4599 lb. | 3990 lb. | 609 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 15.3 gal. | 8.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 39.0 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 55.3 in | 4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.3 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 36.1 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 50.7 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 32.7 in | -0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 74 in (over 2 rows) | 0.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.9 ft3 | 11.6 ft3 | 1.3 ft3 |
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The CL600 comes standard with active multi-contour front seats with heating/cooling and message functions. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
THe CLs lack rear seat room and entry/exit can be difficult and challenging at best. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5.