Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Audi A3 | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 215 hp@3800 398 lb-ft@1400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 Diesel DOHC-4v 140 hp@4200 236 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 101.5 in | 25.1 in |
Length | 203.0 in | 168.7 in | 34.3 in |
Width | 75.7 in | 69.5 in | 6.2 in |
Height | 65.4 in | 56.0 in | 9.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4939 lb. | 3362 lb. | 1577 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 10.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.1 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 54.3 in | 6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.2 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 36.9 in | 3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 52.8 in | 6.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 34.8 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 0.0 in | 37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.8 in | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 0.0 in | 32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 32.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 13.1 | 29.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | 30.4 ft3 |
2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Audi A3.