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2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2010 Volkswagen Passat Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Volkswagen Passat | |
| 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 | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 106.7 in | 19.9 in |
| Length | 203.0 in | 188.0 in | 15 in |
| Width | 77.1 in | 71.7 in | 5.4 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 59.7 in | 5.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4949 lb. | 3512 lb. | 1437 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.3 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 55.7 in | 4.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.4 in | -1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 38.6 in | 1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 54.6 in | 5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 37.7 in | -1.5 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) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 29.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.2 ft3 | 35.8 ft3 | -20.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 35.8 | 6.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 61.7 ft3 | 23.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Volkswagen Passat
| 2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Comfortable power seats with power lumbar adjustment. Good side support, and with the tilting/telescoping steering wheel - easy to find a comfortable driving position. Also has easy to use steering wheel controls for the cars stereo/trip computer. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
very restrictive space see full Volkswagen Passat review |
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