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2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class and 2014 BMW i8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2014 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | BMW i8 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V12 OHC-3v 510 hp@5000 612 lb-ft@1800 |
turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 110.2 in | 6.1 in |
| Length | 199.4 in | 184.9 in | 14.5 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 76.5 in | -2.8 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 50.8 in | 5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4895 lb. | 3455 lb. | 1440 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 12.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 38.7 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 61.1 in | -1.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 0.0 in | 42.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 32.4 in | 4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 51.5 in | 3.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 0.0 in | 32.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 74.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.9 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 | 8.2 ft3 |
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 2014 BMW i8
| 2014 BMW i8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| The Cadillac ELR's rear seat is very tight for the average adult, but a couple 5-9 or under can sit back there without outright discomfort. The BMW i8's rear seat is so tight and so vestigial that putting all but the shortest people back there borders on cruel and unusual punishment. I squeezed into the i8's back seat to photograph its instrument panel interior and almost couldn't get out. For those who want an adult-friendly rear seat, the Tesla Model S is far superior to either coupe. see full BMW i8 review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 BMW i8
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