BMW 3 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series engine produces 24 HP more power than Mercedes E class, whereas torque is 4 NM more than Mercedes E class. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 2 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
9.9
8.6
The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 3 series consumes 1.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 3 series could require 195 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
64 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
640 km in combined cycle
810 km in combined cycle
Mercedes E class gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
BMW 3 series is smaller. BMW 3 series is 42 cm shorter than the Mercedes E class, 10 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 3 series is 11 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
425 litres
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Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
425 litres
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Turning diameter:
10 meters
11.2 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 1.2 metres less than that of the Mercedes E class, which means BMW 3 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
