| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Mini Hardtop | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 97.1 in | 19.2 in |
| Length | 199.4 in | 143.1 in | 56.3 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 66.5 in | 7.2 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 55.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4485 lb. | 2524 lb. | 1961 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 10.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 38.8 in | -1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 50.9 in | 8.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.3 in | 0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.6 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 44.7 in | 10.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 31.3 in | 0.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 72.6 in (over 2 rows) | 1.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 5.6 ft3 | 7.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.9 ft3 | 25.0 ft3 | -12.1 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 |
| 2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 2dr Hatch 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Good support. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Its small, but not as small inside as you might think. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2006 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
what room? see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2005 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are okay for choildren or small adults. Since all in my family are smaller than average, we can handle short rides in the back. More normal sized people may feel somewhat cramped, especially if someone with long legs sits in front. gae see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2005 | 2dr Hatch 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat not usable for passengers. see full Mini Hardtop review |