Model Year | 2008 | 2018 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Audi TT | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5850 354 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 98.6 in | 17.7 in |
Length | 199.4 in | 164.7 in | 34.7 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 72.1 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 53.2 in | 2.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4599 lb. | 3326 lb. | 1273 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 9.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 37.1 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 53.6 in | 5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.1 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 33.8 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 47.9 in | 7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 28.9 in | 3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 70 in (over 2 rows) | 4.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 0.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.9 ft3 | 25.1 ft3 | -12.2 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 |
2018 Audi TT Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I really liked the seats in the Audi TT I reviewed a couple of years ago. Somehow I liked those in the TT RS less, even though they appear to be the same seats, just with additional adjustments. This time around the bolsters didn't provide much lateral support to my lower torso, yet felt too close together higher up even when adjusted all of the way out. I don't think I've grown significantly wider. Adding adjustable bolsters to the seats might have made them fit me worse than the fixed bolsters of the earlier seat. Your experience might vary. The tested Porsche 718 Cayman S was fitted with the base seats. As such they had few adjustments and provided only a modest amount of lateral support, but were reasonably comfortable. Three optional seats have larger side bolsters, more adjustments, or both. The BMW M2's front seats, with adjustable bolsters, deliver very good if not outstanding support and comfort. And back seats? Adults of average height can squeeze into the BMW's in a pinch. Folks under five-foot-six might do the same in the Audi's if those up front don't have their seats all the way back. The Porsche has no rear seats. see full Audi TT review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Audi TT.