| Model Year | 2006 | 2013 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Mini Hardtop | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.6 in | 97.1 in | 16.5 in |
| Length | 196.6 in | 145.6 in | 51 in |
| Width | 73.1 in | 66.3 in | 6.8 in |
| Height | 55.0 in | 55.4 in | -0.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4085 lb. | 2546 lb. | 1539 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.2 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 12.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 38.8 in | -1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 50.3 in | 9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.4 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.6 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 44.7 in | 9.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 30.8 in | 29.9 in | 0.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 1.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.3 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.3 ft3 | 24.0 ft3 | -11.7 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 |
| 2013 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat room is extremely limited but it's a Mini...not a mini van! see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
We're tall and have room to spare. see full Mini Hardtop review |