BMW 6 series 2015 vs Mercedes S class 2017
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 3.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (BMW 6 series) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Mercedes S class) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 313 HP | 367 HP | |
| Torque: | 630 NM | 500 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.4 seconds | 5.5 seconds | |
| BMW 6 series engine produces 54 HP less power than Mercedes S class, but torque is 130 NM more than Mercedes S class. Despite less power, BMW 6 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.4 | 9.2 | |
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The BMW 6 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 6 series consumes 3.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes S class, which means that by driving the BMW 6 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 570 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 80 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1290 km in combined cycle | 860 km in combined cycle | |
| 1420 km on highway | 1110 km on highway | ||
| BMW 6 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| BMW 6 sērija 2015 3.0 engine: The N57 engine is a robust turbo diesel unit without any major systemic issues. Its longevity depends heavily on regular maintenance, including timely servicing, periodic cleaning of the intake system, and active regeneration of the diesel particulate filter.
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Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.01 m | 5.03 m | |
| Width: | 1.89 m | 1.90 m | |
| Height: | 1.39 m | 1.41 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. BMW 6 series is 3 cm shorter than the Mercedes S class, width is practically the same , while the height of BMW 6 series is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | 400 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
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BMW 6 series has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, BMW 6 series has 60 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes S class. The Mercedes S class may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 11.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 6 series is 0.4 metres more than that of the Mercedes S class, which means BMW 6 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`410 | 2`555 | |
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| Average price (€): | 25 200 | no data | |
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