Model Year | 2008 | 2023 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Kia EV6 | |
Engine | turbocharged 6.0L V12 OHC-3v 604 hp@4800 738 lb-ft@2000 |
Electric 576 hp 545 lb-ft |
|
Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 114.2 in | 2.1 in |
Length | 199.4 in | 184.3 in | 15.1 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 74.0 in | -0.3 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 60.8 in | -5 in |
Curb Weight | 4890 lb. | 4524 lb. | 366 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 23.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 39.0 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 57.8 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 54.9 in | 7.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.4 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.0 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 55.6 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 53.2 in | 2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 39.0 in | -6.8 in |
Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | -7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | -11.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.9 ft3 | 50.2 ft3 | -37.3 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia EV6.