| Model Year | 2008 | 2022 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Audi RS Q8 | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 591 hp@6000 590 lb-ft@2200 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 117.9 in | -1.6 in |
| Length | 199.4 in | 197.3 in | 2.1 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 78.7 in | -5 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 66.7 in | -10.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4599 lb. | 5490 lb. | -891 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 41.1 in | -4.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 59.5 in | -0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.2 in | 1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.6 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 58.5 in | -3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 40.1 in | -7.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | -6.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 30.5 ft3 | -17.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.9 ft3 | 60.7 ft3 | -47.8 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 2022 Audi RS Q8.