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2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class and 2011 BMW 3-Series Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | BMW 3-Series | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 386 kW@6800 630 Nm@5200 |
4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 309 kW@8300 400 Nm@3900 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,954 mm | 2,761 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 5,065 mm | 4,600 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,872 mm | 1,783 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,417 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,086 kg | 1,685 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 90 L | 60 L | 30 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 937 mm | 975 mm | -38 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,506 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,575 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 935 mm | -10 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,402 mm | 1,318 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 818 mm | 856 mm | -38 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,890 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,918 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 365 L | 314 L | 51 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
| 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 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 3-Series
| 2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2012 | Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 3-Series
| 2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Relatively small back seat room. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Tight for large people. Fine for kids. Smaller than a G37, much smaller than a Maxima. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
tight and not too useful a space see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat room not as expansive as competitors. Trunk capacity could be better. see full BMW 3-Series review |
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