BMW 3 series 2024 vs Mercedes C class 2021
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Hybrid | 2.0 Hybrid | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 255 HP | 204 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 320 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 6.1 seconds | |
| BMW 3 series engine produces 51 HP more power than Mercedes C class, whereas torque is 80 NM more than Mercedes C class. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.6 | 0.8 | |
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The Mercedes C class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 3 series consumes 6.8 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 1020 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 59 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 770 km in combined cycle | no data | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 142 mm (5.6 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. Note, however, that this BMW 3 series version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from eleven 4x4 versions of BMW 3 series 2024 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.72 m | 4.75 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.45 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. BMW 3 series is 3 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: | 480 litres | 360 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. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 11.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 0.3 metres more than that of the Mercedes C class. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`140 kg | 2`615 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`653 kg | 2`005 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 487 kg | 610 kg | |
| BMW 3 series load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 25 procentiem less than Mercedes C class. Therefore, Mercedes C class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 51 600 | |
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