Mercedes C class 2021 vs BMW 3 series 2024
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Hybrid | 2.0 Hybrid | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 204 HP | 184 HP | |
| Torque: | 320 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.2 seconds | 6 seconds | |
| Mercedes C class engine produces 20 HP more power than BMW 3 series, whereas torque is 20 NM more than BMW 3 series. Despite the higher power, Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 0.8 | 1.2 | |
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The Mercedes C class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes C class consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series, which means that by driving the Mercedes C class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 60 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 40 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: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 97 mm (3.8 inches) | 141 mm (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: | 4.75 m | 4.71 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.45 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. 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 2 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 360 litres | 410 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1375 litres | 1420 litres | |
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BMW 3 series has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Mercedes C class uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW 3 series (by 45 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.1 meters | 12 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes C class is 0.9 metres less than that of the BMW 3 series, which means Mercedes C class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`655 kg | 2`475 kg | |
| Net weight: | 2`045 kg | 1`950 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 610 kg | 525 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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