Model Year | 2023 | 2018 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CLS | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | twincharged 3.0L I6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 362 hp@5500 369 lb-ft@1600 |
turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 115.7 in | 103.9 in | 11.8 in |
Length | 196.4 in | 180.9 in | 15.5 in |
Width | 73.9 in | 70.7 in | 3.2 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 66.4 in | -10.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4255 lb. | 3653 lb. | 602 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 5.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 41.4 in | -4.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 57.0 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 43.0 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 39.8 in | -3.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 56.5 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.0 in | -53 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 38.0 in | -3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81 in (over 2 rows) | -4.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.9 ft3 | 34.4 ft3 | -22.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.9 ft3 | 74.7 ft3 | -62.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2017 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review |