Model Year | 2008 | 2018 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | BMW 3-Series | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 425 hp@5500 406 lb-ft@1850 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,954 mm | 2,809 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,065 mm | 4,636 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,811 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,417 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,086 kg | 1,647 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 90 L | 60 L | 30 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 937 mm | 1,024 mm | 936 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,506 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,575 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,067 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 958 mm | -33 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,402 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 818 mm | 892 mm | -74 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,890 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,958 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 365 L | 368 L | -3 L |
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 BMW 3-Series.