Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz SL | Lexus ES | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 109.3 in | -8.5 in |
Length | 180.4 in | 191.1 in | -10.7 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 71.1 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 51.1 in | 57.1 in | -6 in |
Curb Weight | 4220 lb. | 3580 lb. | 640 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 37.4 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 57.3 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 55.9 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 42.2 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.8 in | -36.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.3 in | -56.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 35.9 in | -35.9 in |
Total Legroom | 42.9 in (over 1 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -35.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.2 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | -7.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | -4.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL.
2011 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not very supportive. Felt like a hollowed out barrel. Only support was on the outside edges. see full Lexus ES review |