Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Audi A4 / S4 | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 110.6 in | 16 in |
Length | 203.0 in | 185.2 in | 17.8 in |
Width | 77.1 in | 71.9 in | 5.2 in |
Height | 65.4 in | 56.2 in | 9.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4949 lb. | 3590 lb. | 1359 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.0 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 55.5 in | 4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.3 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 37.5 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 54.3 in | 5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 35.2 in | 1 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) | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 31.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.2 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 | 2.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 12.4 | 29.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 | 72.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class.
2012 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD |
Without question, the most comfortable car for long road trips that I've ever owned. Our family of four took a road trip of ~2000 miles, longest single-day drive was 11 hours, and never felt any fatigue or discomfort from the seating. Seats are firm and supportive but not harsh or uncomfortable. see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2012 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Like German cars, the seats are quite hard. see full Audi A4 / S4 review |