| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CLA | Audi A8 / S8 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 375 hp@6000 350 lb-ft@2250 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 605 hp@6100 517 lb-ft@1750 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 117.8 in | -11.5 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 202.6 in | -20.3 in |
| Width | 70.0 in | 76.7 in | -6.7 in |
| Height | 56.6 in | 57.4 in | -0.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 4685 lb. | -1191 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 21.7 gal. | -7.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 37.2 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 59.1 in | -3.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 41.4 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 38.1 in | -2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.2 in | 57.8 in | -4.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 27.1 in | 38.7 in | -11.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 67.3 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -12.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | -1.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Audi A8 / S8.