Mercedes C class is a more dynamic driving. BMW 3 series engine produces 47 HP less power than Mercedes C class, whereas torque is 150 NM less than Mercedes C class. Due to the lower power, BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
8.9
7.9
Real fuel consumption:
9.0 l/100km
8.0 l/100km
The Mercedes C class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification BMW 3 series consumes 1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 3 series could require 150 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 3 series consumes 1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class.
Fuel tank capacity:
63 litres
62 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
700 km in combined cycle
780 km in combined cycle
900 km on highway
1010 km on highway
700 km with real consumption
770 km with real consumption
Mercedes C class gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
BMW 3 sērija has 4x4: 38% front and 62% rear torque distribution via planetary gears. ADB-X (Automatic Differential Brake) electronic traction control system provides differential locking functions.
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Dimensions
Length:
4.48 m
4.54 m
Width:
1.74 m
1.73 m
Height:
1.41 m
1.41 m
Both cars are similar in size. BMW 3 series is 6 cm shorter than the Mercedes C class, 1 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity:
435 litres
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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.
Mercedes C class has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for BMW 3 series, so Mercedes C class quality could be a bit better.
