Model Year | 2006 | 2018 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | BMW 5-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 6.0L V12 OHC-3v 604 hp@4800 738 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 600 hp@5700 553 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | 4WD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,885 mm | 2,974 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,994 mm | 4,943 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,857 mm | 1,867 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,397 mm | 1,478 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,111 kg | 1,982 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 88 L | 68 L | 20 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 937 mm | 986 mm | -49 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,506 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 953 mm | -18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,387 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 782 mm | 927 mm | -145 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,852 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 348 L | 530 L | -182 L |
2006 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 |
2006 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 5-Series.