Model Year | 2020 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
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Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 112.4 in | -6.5 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 192.3 in | -11.4 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 71.7 in | 1.3 in |
Height | 67.0 in | 59.3 in | 7.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3370 lb. | 4045 lb. | -675 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 39.6 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 56.4 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 52.4 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.9 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 37.7 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 56.1 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.7 in | 53.8 in | -6.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 35.6 in | 2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 1.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.6 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 68.9 ft3 | -68.9 |
2020 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2020 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Much better sized for me. My prior 2007 three series BMW was too small and cramped. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Can spend all day driving this car and not be exhausted. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The most comfortable seats among all its rivals including Lexus, Jaguar, BMW, Audi, and Infiniti. Plenty of adjustments in the seat and the telescoping steering wheel. Plenty of front seat room for people 6 foot tall and more. Provides ample support. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Driving 4-5 hours in a row left no fatigue or discomfort in my back or legs. The seats are just firm enough but very supportive where they need to be. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The back seat is very comfortable and provides good headroom and seating support. They fold down to provide additional storage room. My complaint is that it is not S class roomy in the back. Leg and foot room can be limited if sitting behind a tall driver see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |