Model Year | 2012 | 2023 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 | |
Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@5250 516 lb-ft@1700 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 401 hp@6500 369 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.1 in | 103.5 in | 9.6 in |
Length | 191.7 in | 176.9 in | 14.8 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 71.5 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 56.2 in | 1.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4048 lb. | 3649 lb. | 399 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 36.8 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 54.8 in | 3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.2 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 36.6 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 53.0 in | 3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 35.2 in | 0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 | 5 ft3 |
2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 302-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great comfort. Low dash makes seeing out good for my short wife. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3.