Model Year | 2012 | 2017 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | Audi A5 / S5 | |
Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@5250 516 lb-ft@1750 |
supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 108.3 in | 6.5 in |
Length | 189.1 in | 182.1 in | 7 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 73.0 in | 2.2 in |
Height | 70.7 in | 54.0 in | 16.7 in |
Curb Weight | 5238 lb. | 3925 lb. | 1313 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 7.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.1 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 54.3 in | 4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.3 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 36.0 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 52.8 in | 5.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 31.7 in | 6.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 73 in (over 2 rows) | 5.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 36.2 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 | 24 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 | 58.8 ft3 |
2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
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