| Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Mini Clubman | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 3dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 100.3 in | 26.3 in |
| Length | 203.0 in | 155.0 in | 48 in |
| Width | 75.7 in | 66.3 in | 9.4 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 56.1 in | 9.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4829 lb. | 2723 lb. | 2106 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 11.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.0 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 50.3 in | 10 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.4 in | -1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 37.7 in | 2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 45.9 in | 13.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 32.3 in | 3.9 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) | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | 34.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 9.2 ft3 | 6.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 9.2 | 33 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | 52.2 ft3 |
| 2007 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 |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The STANDARD leather seating surfaces on the 2006 front seats - way better feel than artico leather. The adjustment range to get things just right and the head rest. Very cozy. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3 row seating see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This has to be, by far, the roomiest Mercedes period. Back seat comfort, even in the third row, is unmatched. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seating for 6. Great for kids. Easy to get into. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2012 Mini Clubman Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| Even with the rear-hinged "club door, " the Clubman's rear seat is difficult to get into and out of. The Veloster's third door is considerably larger and more usable, while the Fiesta has four real doors. The Veloster also has much more rear legroom than either the Mini or the Ford, both of which are a tight fit for adults. Compared to the Hardtop, though, the Clubman is significantly more practical. I can sit behind my 5-9 self with a little knee room to spare. Rear headroom is abundant. Even if you're not going to put people in the back seat, the extra door eases access to anything you're storing in the rear seat. When traveling in the RX-8, my father and I frequently use the rear doors to stow and retrieve hiking boots and daypacks. The same might be done with a computer bag or briefcase when commuting. Both the Veloster and the Clubman would benefit from a second rear-hinged door, on the driver's side. see full Mini Clubman review | ||
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mini Clubman.