Model Year | 2014 | 2013 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 583 hp@6800 479 lb-ft@4750 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.5 in | 101.5 in | 4 in |
Length | 182.6 in | 174.1 in | 8.5 in |
Width | 76.3 in | 70.5 in | 5.8 in |
Height | 49.7 in | 56.9 in | -7.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3792 lb. | 3508 lb. | 284 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 38.9 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 54.7 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 0.0 in | 63.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.7 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 35.8 in | -35.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 41.5 in | -41.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 32.5 in | -32.5 in |
Total Legroom | 41.7 in (over 1 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | -32.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.1 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 6.1 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | -4.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG.
2013 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |