| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | Mini Clubman | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 3dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 100.3 in | 12.1 in |
| Length | 190.9 in | 155.0 in | 35.9 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 66.3 in | 5.4 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 56.1 in | 2.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3990 lb. | 2723 lb. | 1267 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.0 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 50.3 in | 6.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 0.0 in | 52.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.4 in | 0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 37.7 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 45.9 in | 10.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 0.0 in | 53.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 32.3 in | 3.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | 3.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.4 ft3 | 9.2 ft3 | 15.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.9 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | 36.1 ft3 |
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfortable, firm seating,even after very long drives. The combination of lumbar support and heat leaves me refreshed after eight- and nine-hour drives. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 507-horsepower 6.2L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Lots of room and has adjustments on multicontour seats. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I could fall asleep in this thing. Great seat heaters and adjustability. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The seat room for front passengers is excellent, and there is still enough room for rear passengers. We had an Acura TL before, and it was far less roomy than the E500. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 469hp 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
headroom, legroom see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 469hp 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
headroom,legroom see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2012 Mini Clubman Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| Even with the rear-hinged "club door, " the Clubman's rear seat is difficult to get into and out of. The Veloster's third door is considerably larger and more usable, while the Fiesta has four real doors. The Veloster also has much more rear legroom than either the Mini or the Ford, both of which are a tight fit for adults. Compared to the Hardtop, though, the Clubman is significantly more practical. I can sit behind my 5-9 self with a little knee room to spare. Rear headroom is abundant. Even if you're not going to put people in the back seat, the extra door eases access to anything you're storing in the rear seat. When traveling in the RX-8, my father and I frequently use the rear doors to stow and retrieve hiking boots and daypacks. The same might be done with a computer bag or briefcase when commuting. Both the Veloster and the Clubman would benefit from a second rear-hinged door, on the driver's side. see full Mini Clubman review | ||
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mini Clubman.