| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | Mini Hardtop | |
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| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 97.1 in | 15.3 in |
| Length | 190.9 in | 143.1 in | 47.8 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 66.5 in | 5.2 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 55.4 in | 2.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3990 lb. | 2524 lb. | 1466 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.8 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 50.9 in | 5.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 0.0 in | 52.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.3 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 37.6 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 44.7 in | 11.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 0.0 in | 53.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 31.3 in | 4.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 72.6 in (over 2 rows) | 4.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.4 ft3 | 5.6 ft3 | 18.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.9 ft3 | 25.0 ft3 | 43.9 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 |
| 2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 2dr Hatch 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Good support. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2006 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
what room? see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2005 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are okay for choildren or small adults. Since all in my family are smaller than average, we can handle short rides in the back. More normal sized people may feel somewhat cramped, especially if someone with long legs sits in front. gae see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2005 | 2dr Hatch 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat not usable for passengers. see full Mini Hardtop review |