| Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | Mini Hardtop | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 97.1 in | 15.3 in |
| Length | 192.3 in | 145.6 in | 46.7 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 66.3 in | 5.4 in |
| Height | 59.3 in | 55.4 in | 3.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4045 lb. | 2546 lb. | 1499 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 11.0 gal. | 10.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.8 in | 0.8 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 | 37.6 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 | 29.9 in | 5.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 6.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.4 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.9 ft3 | 24.0 ft3 | 44.9 ft3 |
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Much better sized for me. My prior 2007 three series BMW was too small and cramped. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Can spend all day driving this car and not be exhausted. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The most comfortable seats among all its rivals including Lexus, Jaguar, BMW, Audi, and Infiniti. Plenty of adjustments in the seat and the telescoping steering wheel. Plenty of front seat room for people 6 foot tall and more. Provides ample support. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Driving 4-5 hours in a row left no fatigue or discomfort in my back or legs. The seats are just firm enough but very supportive where they need to be. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The back seat is very comfortable and provides good headroom and seating support. They fold down to provide additional storage room. My complaint is that it is not S class roomy in the back. Leg and foot room can be limited if sitting behind a tall driver see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2007 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
too small for adults see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The roof line is so low that tall people do not fit. When I tested the car my head was touching the roofliner. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 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 |