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W222 long vs short rear seat space

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Old 11-19-2020, 08:10 AM
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W222 long vs short rear seat space

I'm considering buying a 2nd hand W222 (350d most likely) but can't decide if I want the long or the short wheel base.

I can find specs that indicate the long version is an extra 130mm longer, but not sure where that extra 13cm goes ? Is it purely for knee room for the rear seats ?

Can an adult fit comfortably in the short wheel base in the rear with the front seats also in comfortable setup for adults ?

Unfortunately the models I'm interested are interstate and cannot view in person, and I can't find a short wheel base review where the reviewer sits in the back.
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Originally Posted by Ben George
I'm considering buying a 2nd hand W222 (350d most likely) but can't decide if I want the long or the short wheel base.

I can find specs that indicate the long version is an extra 130mm longer, but not sure where that extra 13cm goes ? Is it purely for knee room for the rear seats ?

Can an adult fit comfortably in the short wheel base in the rear with the front seats also in comfortable setup for adults ?

Unfortunately the models I'm interested are interstate and cannot view in person, and I can't find a short wheel base review where the reviewer sits in the back.
LWB (standard in US), has a TON of space. My 6'5" 250 pound buddy comfortably sits behind me while I drive and almost extend his legs completely. Everyone loves all the room back there.
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Can an adult fit comfortably in the short wheel base in the rear with the front seats also in comfortable setup for adults ?
An average adult is very comfortable in the SWB, but even MORE comfortable in the LWB !
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its 4 inches, all goes to leg space in 2nd row.
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