Model Year | 2008 | 2022 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Audi Q8 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 335 hp@5000 369 lb-ft@1370 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 117.9 in | 8.7 in |
Length | 203.0 in | 196.3 in | 6.7 in |
Width | 75.7 in | 78.5 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 65.4 in | 67.1 in | -1.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4629 lb. | 5004 lb. | -375 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.2 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 59.5 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.7 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 38.1 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 58.5 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 40.2 in | -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) | 81.9 in (over 2 rows) | 26.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 28.6 ft3 | -13.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 28.6 | 13.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 67.5 ft3 | 17.5 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 2022 Audi Q8.