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2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2009 Audi A3 Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Audi A3 | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| 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 | 4829 lb. | 3479 lb. | 1350 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| 2009 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 |
| 2009 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Audi A3
| 2009 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Really just a 4 place vehicle...3 across in the rear is not comfortably possible. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Slightly too close to each other in arm room. see full Audi A3 review |
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