Model Year | 2006 | 2020 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Lexus RC | |
Engine | turbocharged 6.0L V12 OHC-3v 604 hp@4800 738 lb-ft@2000 |
5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 472 hp@7100 395 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.6 in | 107.5 in | 6.1 in |
Length | 196.6 in | 184.8 in | 11.8 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 72.4 in | 0.7 in |
Height | 55.0 in | 54.9 in | 0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4654 lb. | 3902 lb. | 752 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.2 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 5.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 39.0 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 54.7 in | 4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 45.4 in | -3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 34.8 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 50.8 in | 3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 44.9 in | -44.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.8 in | 27.3 in | 3.5 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 72.7 in (over 2 rows) | 0.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 10.4 ft3 | 1.9 ft3 |
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 2020 Lexus RC.