Model Year | 2014 | 2018 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | Kia Optima | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 110.4 in | 4.4 in |
Length | 189.1 in | 191.1 in | -2 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 73.2 in | 2 in |
Height | 70.7 in | 57.7 in | 13 in |
Curb Weight | 4751 lb. | 3219 lb. | 1532 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.8 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 58.1 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.0 in | -56 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 45.5 in | -5.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.8 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 56.4 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.0 in | -56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 35.6 in | 2.8 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 36.2 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 20.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 55.1 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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