Mercedes-Benz CLA (2020) vs. BMW 5-Series (2011) Specs

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2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA and 2011 BMW 5-Series Specifications

Model Year	2020	2011
Model	Mercedes-Benz CLA	BMW 5-Series
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6500 354 lb-ft@4750	turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5500 450 lb-ft@1750
Transmission	8-speed automated manual	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	107.4 in	116.9 in	-9.5 in
Length	184.6 in	193.1 in	-8.5 in
Width	72.0 in	73.2 in	-1.2 in
Height	56.7 in	57.6 in	-0.9 in
Curb Weight	3660 lb.	4519 lb.	-859 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.5 gal.	18.5 gal.	-5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.5 in	40.5 in	-2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.1 in	58.3 in	-3.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.8 in	41.4 in	0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2	35.7 in	38.3 in	-2.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.0 in	56.2 in	-2.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	33.9 in	36.1 in	-2.2 in
Total Legroom	75.7 in (over 2 rows)	77.5 in (over 2 rows)	-1.8 in
Cargo Volume	11.6 ft³	18.4 ft³	-6.8 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA.

2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review

2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review
2010	4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review

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