| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | Mini Hardtop | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 124.6 in | 97.1 in | 27.5 in |
| Length | 205.0 in | 143.1 in | 61.9 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 66.5 in | 7.2 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 55.4 in | 2.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4465 lb. | 2524 lb. | 1941 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 10.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 38.8 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 50.9 in | 8.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.3 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.6 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 44.7 in | 14 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 42.3 in | 31.3 in | 11 in |
| Total Legroom | 84.2 in (over 2 rows) | 72.6 in (over 2 rows) | 11.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 5.6 ft3 | 10.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 ft3 | 25.0 ft3 | -8.7 ft3 |
| 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 |
| 2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 2dr Hatch 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Good support. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Its small, but not as small inside as you might think. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2006 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
what room? see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2005 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are okay for choildren or small adults. Since all in my family are smaller than average, we can handle short rides in the back. More normal sized people may feel somewhat cramped, especially if someone with long legs sits in front. gae see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2005 | 2dr Hatch 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat not usable for passengers. see full Mini Hardtop review |