Mercedes C class 2013 vs BMW 3 series 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.1 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 204 HP | 190 HP | |
| Torque: | 500 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds | |
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Mercedes C class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes C class engine produces 14 HP more power than BMW 3 series, whereas torque is 100 NM more than BMW 3 series. Thanks to more power Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 | 4.6 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.8 l/100km | 6.5 l/100km | |
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The BMW 3 series is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Mercedes C class consumes 0.1 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 15 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Mercedes C class consumes 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 40 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1460 km in combined cycle | 860 km in combined cycle | |
| 1690 km on highway | 930 km on highway | ||
| 970 km with real consumption | 610 km with real consumption | ||
| Mercedes C class 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) | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | |
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BMW 3 sērija 2018: BMW xDrive is a proactive all-wheel drive system without a center differential that engages before the vehicle becomes destabilized, unnoticed by the driver. Torque is distributed between the axles by an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch in the transfer case. The clutch is partially locked at most times, distributing power to both axles in a 40/60 front/rear ratio, but the system is capable of sending 100% of the torque to either axle. At higher speeds or when parking, multi-plate clutch is disengaged and all power is transferred to the rear wheels. DSC system (Dynamic Stability Control) also brakes the wheels separately to regain traction and assist in cornering. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 330'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 12 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 13 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML, Mercedes A klase | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW 2 sērija | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes C class might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mercedes C klase 2013 2.1 engine: The engine has a long service life if it is serviced on time and has reasonable fuel consumption. The most common problems are caused by the engine chain tensioner and the fuel delivery system. BMW 3 sērija 2018 2.0 engine: Pretty reliable engine with great resource. Overall, the chains are more reliable than in BMW N-series engines, but also tend to stretch under heavy use. The engine requires good quality fuel, maintenance and ... More about BMW 3 sērija 2018 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.70 m | 4.71 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.44 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes C class and BMW 3 series are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 490 litres | 500 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1510 litres | |
| Mercedes C class has 10 litres less trunk space than the BMW 3 series. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 12 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes C class is 0.8 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 (kg): | 2`235 | 2`255 | |
| Safety: | |||
| BMW 3 series scores higher in safety tests. The BMW 3 series scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | high | below average | |
| Mercedes C class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 3 series has serious deffects in 135 percent more cases than Mercedes C class, so Mercedes C class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 16 600 | 21 600 | |
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