BMW 3 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series engine produces 14 HP more power than Mercedes C class, whereas torque is 15 NM more than Mercedes C class. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 1.7 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
7.4
9.6
The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 3 series consumes 2.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class, which means that by driving the BMW 3 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 330 litres of fuel.
BMW 3 series is 6 cm shorter than the Mercedes C class, 1 cm wider, while the height of BMW 3 series is 5 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
435 litres
470 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible
1345 litres
1384 litres
Mercedes C class has more luggage space. BMW 3 series has 35 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes C class. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes C class (by 39 litres).
Turning diameter:
10 meters
10.8 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 0.8 metres less than that of the Mercedes C class, which means BMW 3 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight:
1`935 kg
2`030 kg
Net weight:
1`395 kg
1`430 kg
Load capacity:
540 kg
600 kg
BMW 3 series load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 11 procentiem less than Mercedes C class. Therefore, Mercedes C class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
Mercedes C class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 3 series has serious deffects in 10 percent more cases than Mercedes C class, so Mercedes C class quality is probably slightly better
