

Model Year | 2018 | 2008 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CLS | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 577 hp@5500 590 lb-ft@1750 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 451 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 108.7 in | 4.5 in |
Length | 194.5 in | 182.3 in | 12.2 in |
Width | 74.1 in | 69.7 in | 4.4 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 56.3 in | -0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4420 lb. | 3662 lb. | 758 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 37.1 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 54.7 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 52.3 in | 5.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.7 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 36.9 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 55.1 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 54.9 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 33.4 in | 1.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The seat causes no discomfort to my tailbone like many ohter cars. Furthermore, the padding is firm and feels like it will last a long time. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Mercedes-Benz makes the best seats in the business, period. Even after a 10 hour drive, my back did not hurt. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Not much leg room when compared to other luxury entries. No flat floor so a 3rd passenger in the rear is not possible. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Center console and stack cut into front side leg room, my left leg is always up against the center console. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
just ok see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
too tight back there. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |