BMW 3 series 2022 vs Mercedes C class 2021
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engines: | 1.6 - 3.0 | 1.5 - 2.0 | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 - 386 HP | 163 - 408 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 - 700 NM | 250 - 550 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.3 - 8.6 seconds | 4.6 - 8.6 seconds | |
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Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 1.1 - 9.0 | 0.8 - 9.1 | |
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BMW 3 series petrol engines consumes on average 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than Mercedes C class. On average, BMW 3 series equipped with diesel engines consume 0.5 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 - 147 mm (5.1 - 5.8 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: | 4.72 m | 4.76 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.45 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. BMW 3 series is 3 cm shorter than the Mercedes C class, width is practically the same , while the height of BMW 3 series is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | 455 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
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BMW 3 series has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, The Mercedes C class may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 12 meters | |
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`210 kg | ~ 2`358 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`677 kg | ~ 1`676 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 533 kg | ~ 682 kg | |
| BMW 3 series load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 28 procentiem less than Mercedes C class. Therefore, Mercedes C class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 51 600 | |
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