| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CLS | Mini Hardtop | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 97.1 in | 15.3 in |
| Length | 193.0 in | 145.6 in | 47.4 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 66.3 in | 7.4 in |
| Height | 54.7 in | 55.4 in | -0.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3812 lb. | 2546 lb. | 1266 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 11.0 gal. | 10.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 38.8 in | -1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 50.3 in | 5.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 0.0 in | 58 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.4 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 37.6 in | -1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 44.7 in | 11.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 0.0 in | 57.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 29.9 in | 5.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 5.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 | 10.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 ft3 | 24.0 ft3 | -8.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
| 2008 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
nevr a backache, I am a six footer that arrives refreshed and never feel cramped. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
heated seats, great driving position, great visability see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2008 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I drove a John Cooperworks MINI and I found the front seat to be incredibly flat and unsupportive. It was the complete opposite of the GTI seats, and a big part of why I purchased the GTI instead see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
There is no room for anyone other than a child see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Smallish seats made the front feel kinda cheap. The middle armrest was also a very hard plastic, but the door was slightly softer plastic. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Despite being a hatchback, not a lot of headroom in the back, almost as same as the Mustang. Seats were more upright and headrest should have been integrated into seatbacks; rather, it was mostly a nuisance. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
too small for adults see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The roof line is so low that tall people do not fit. When I tested the car my head was touching the roofliner. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 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 |