BMW 3 series 2022 vs Mercedes C class 2021
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Hybrid | 2.0 Hybrid | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 184 HP | 204 HP | |
| Torque: | 300 NM | 320 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.9 seconds | 6.2 seconds | |
| BMW 3 series engine produces 20 HP less power than Mercedes C class, whereas torque is 20 NM less than Mercedes C class. Despite less power, BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 2.1 | 0.8 | |
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The Mercedes C 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 C 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: | 40 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | no data | no data | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Ground clearance: | 139 mm (5.5 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: | 4.71 m | 4.75 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.47 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. BMW 3 series is 4 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: | 410 litres | 360 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1420 litres | 1375 litres | |
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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. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW 3 series (by 45 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 11.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 0.9 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: | 2`405 kg | 2`655 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`880 kg | 2`045 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 525 kg | 610 kg | |
| BMW 3 series load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 16 procentiem less than Mercedes C class. Therefore, Mercedes C class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
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| Average price (€): | no data | no data | |
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