Model Year | 2008 | 2019 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 394 hp@5850 354 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,165 mm | 2,637 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,207 mm | 4,455 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,473 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,115 kg | 1,630 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 90 L | 50 L | 40 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 960 mm | 927 mm | 33 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,501 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 917 mm | 61 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,074 mm | 892 mm | -891 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,139 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,938 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 462 L | 348 L | 114 L |
2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Leg room for tall passengers see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
You can adjust the "multicontour" front seats as follows: height, seat angle, back angle, seat cushion length, seat cushion side bolsters, seat back bolsters, lumbar (both vertically and how much pressure),as well as shoulder support, seat firmness,& more see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 232hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Huge, soft reclining chair see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Really like the fact that you could recline in the back seats without disturbing the front occupants. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
My wife refers to it as a sofa on wheels, my daughter sprawls out in the cavernous back seat. I just love the way it drives. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
2007 | 0 | All our family are over 6 foot and there is plenty of room all round. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3.