BMW 3 series 2022 vs Mercedes C class 2021
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engines: | 2.0 - 3.0 | 1.5 - 2.0 | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 - 381 HP | 200 - 408 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 - 700 NM | 300 - 550 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.5 - 8.8 seconds | 4.7 - 7.5 seconds | |
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Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 1.1 - 8.8 | 0.8 - 9.2 | |
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BMW 3 series petrol engines consumes on average 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than Mercedes C class. On average, BMW 3 series equipped with diesel engines consume 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 130 - 141 mm (5.1 - 5.6 inches) | 97 mm (3.8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 3 series can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.71 m | 4.76 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.47 m | |
| BMW 3 series is 4 cm shorter than the Mercedes C class, width is practically the same , while the height of BMW 3 series is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | 490 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1510 litres | 1510 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 12 meters | |
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`330 kg | ~ 2`423 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`763 kg | ~ 1`761 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 567 kg | ~ 662 kg | |
| BMW 3 series load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 17 procentiem less than Mercedes C class. Therefore, Mercedes C class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
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