Model Year | 2023 | 2010 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CLS | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | twincharged 3.0L I6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 362 hp@5500 369 lb-ft@1600 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 115.7 in | 106.7 in | 9 in |
Length | 196.4 in | 188.2 in | 8.2 in |
Width | 73.9 in | 71.7 in | 2.2 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 58.0 in | -1.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4255 lb. | 3344 lb. | 911 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 38.4 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 55.7 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.4 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 37.8 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 54.6 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 37.7 in | -2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 11.9 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | -2.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Comfortable power seats with power lumbar adjustment. Good side support, and with the tilting/telescoping steering wheel - easy to find a comfortable driving position. Also has easy to use steering wheel controls for the cars stereo/trip computer. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
very restrictive space see full Volkswagen Passat review |