Mercedes-Benz CLA (2015) vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport (2008) Specs

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2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA and 2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Specifications

Model Year	2015	2008
Model	Mercedes-Benz CLA	Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 355 hp@6000 332 lb-ft@2250	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 305 hp@6000 290 lb-ft@4400
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	103.1 in	3.2 in
Length	182.3 in	180.3 in	2 in
Width	70.0 in	68.5 in	1.5 in
Height	56.6 in	58.1 in	-1.5 in
Curb Weight	3494 lb.	3347 lb.	147 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gal.	16.9 gal.	-2.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.2 in	40.3 in	-2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.0 in	54.8 in	1.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.2 in	43.5 in	-3.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	35.6 in	37.6 in	-2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.2 in	53.2 in	0 in
Legroom, Row 2	27.1 in	33.5 in	-6.4 in
Total Legroom	67.3 in (over 2 rows)	77 in (over 2 rows)	-9.7 in
Cargo Volume	13.1 ft³	11.3 ft³	1.8 ft³

2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The CLA's rear legroom stat, a very low 27.1 inches, suggests that adults won't even fit in back. But this stat under-represents reality. At 5-9, I could just manage to site behind myself. More than the limited amount of room, I minded the highly constricted view out. The coupe-like roof line takes a big cut out of the rear side windows. Unlike in the C-Class, the front seats largely block rear seat passengers' view forward. Suffer from claustrophobia? Best avoid the CLA. But, it's a coupe, so what did you expect? see full Mercedes-Benz CLA review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA.

2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	The seats are bolstered in the right spots, firm and not mushy. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008	4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	very spacious for a car in this category and much better than many luxury brands i.e. lexus is250 see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008	4dr Sedan turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	The seats are relatively comfortable and the fabric is fair to good quality and feel. Definitely felt more comfortable to drive then a Lancer. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review

2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD	The car was too small to drive comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD	My growing children could not ride comfortably for any length of time in this backseat. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD	Too small to drive comfortably for long distances. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD	My children did not fit comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Small car, little room, nuff said. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2007	4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	I know it is a smaller sedan, but even with the front seats shoved up to that your knees are in the dashboard, that leaves just enough room for an average human in back. Under normal front seat conditions, crushed knees in back. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review

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