Model Year | 2013 | 2010 | |
Model | Subaru Outback | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | |
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Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,741 mm | 3,165 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,801 mm | 5,245 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,821 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,669 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,553 kg | 2,021 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 90 L | -20 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,036 mm | 960 mm | -959 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,521 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,092 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 978 mm | 20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,509 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 1,074 mm | 959 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,052 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,139 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 971 L | 464 L | 507 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,019 L | 16.4 | -14.4 L |
2013 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Wagon 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
The front seats are very comfy, and the seat heaters are powerful and warm up quickly. We compared the car to a 2014 Forrester, and we think the OB seats are more comfy-- they have more thigh support. see full Subaru Outback review |
2014 | 4dr Wagon 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
The rear seats are much more comfy than in the old Outback. They took a couple of inches out of the cargo area to give the rear seat more room. The reclining seatback for the rear seats is a nice comfort as well. see full Subaru Outback review |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I am a big guy. 5'10 and about 290 lbs. This car is very comfortable for me. I can reach the controls nicely, love the heated leather seats. see full Subaru Outback review |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
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2012 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
I have found our 2012 Outback to be very comfortable for long drives. The driver's seat has plenty of adjustment to accommodate my frame. Legroom is outstanding. My wife got so spoiled with the heated seats in our 99 Outback Limited that she balks at cars without. So our 2010 and now the 2012 have had the heated seats. see full Subaru Outback review |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Rear seat comfort is excellent even for very tall teenagers and 20 somethings. The redesign of the Outback in 2010 noticeably improved rear seat space. One note when flipping down the back seats. Make sure your head is out of the way when you lift the release lever. The seat back springs forward quickly. The angle of the rear seat can also be reclined for additional comfort. The fold down center cup holder is a nice touch. The seating position is high so visibility is great. see full Subaru Outback review |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Very comfortable. see full Subaru Outback review |
2013 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Wagon 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Minor complaint-- like every other Japanese car I've ever owned, this one also doesn't seem to understand that feet get cold. The heater is great- it provides lots of heat, and quickly. But when you you set it to floor, the hot air hits you in the lower calf, and then rises. The heat never makes it to your feet! see full Subaru Outback review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.