Model Year | 2014 | 2021 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | Audi SQ8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@5250 516 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 500 hp@5500 568 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 117.9 in | -3.1 in |
Length | 189.1 in | 196.6 in | -7.5 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 78.5 in | -3.3 in |
Height | 70.7 in | 67.2 in | 3.5 in |
Curb Weight | 5238 lb. | 5324 lb. | -86 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 37.1 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 59.5 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.6 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.1 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 58.5 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 40.2 in | -1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 81.8 in (over 2 rows) | -3.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 36.2 ft3 | 30.5 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 60.7 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 |
2014 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 |
No more back or leg pain on long trips. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
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