Mercedes C class 2021 vs BMW 3 series 2022
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engines: | 1.5 - 2.0 | 2.0 - 3.0 | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 200 - 408 HP | 150 - 381 HP | |
| Torque: | 300 - 550 NM | 250 - 700 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.7 - 7.5 seconds | 4.5 - 8.8 seconds | |
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Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 0.8 - 9.2 | 1.1 - 8.8 | |
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Mercedes C class petrol engines consumes on average 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than BMW 3 series. On average, Mercedes C class equipped with diesel engines consume 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 97 mm (3.8 inches) | 130 - 141 mm (5.1 - 5.6 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: | 4.76 m | 4.71 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.43 m | |
| Mercedes C class is 4 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes C class is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 490 litres | 500 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1510 litres | 1510 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 12 meters | |
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`423 kg | ~ 2`330 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`761 kg | ~ 1`763 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 662 kg | ~ 567 kg | |
| Mercedes C class load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 14 procentiem more than BMW 3 series. 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 | 24 400 | |
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