Mercedes C class is a more dynamic driving. BMW 3 series engine produces 20 HP less power than Mercedes C class, whereas torque is 100 NM less than Mercedes C class. Due to the lower power, BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 2.2 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
4.4
4.9
Real fuel consumption:
5.7 l/100km
6.3 l/100km
The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification BMW 3 series consumes 0.5 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 75 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 3 series consumes 0.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class.
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
350'000 km
390'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mercedes C class engine could be longer.
Engine production duration:
18 years
15 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X1
Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes A klase, Mercedes Vito
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts.
BMW 3 sērija 2012 2.0 engine: The BMW N47 engine is sometimes called the worst BMW engine because of problems with the timing chain, which tends to stretch at 100 000 km. In addition, the engine has to be removed from the car to replace ... More about BMW 3 sērija 2012 2.0 engine
Dimensions
Length:
4.62 m
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Width:
1.81 m
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Height:
1.43 m
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Trunk capacity:
480 litres
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Turning diameter:
11.3 meters
10.8 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 0.5 metres more than that of the Mercedes C class, which means BMW 3 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg):
1`980
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Safety:
BMW 3 series scores higher in safety tests, but Mercedes C class is better rated in child safety tests.
