Mercedes C class engine produces 20 HP more power than BMW 3 series, whereas torque is 30 NM more than BMW 3 series.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
9.9
7.4
The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes C class consumes 2.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes C class could require 375 litres more fuel.
Mercedes C class is 6 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes C class is 5 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
470 litres
435 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible
1384 litres
1345 litres
Mercedes C class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes C class has 35 litres more trunk space than the BMW 3 series. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes C class (by 39 litres).
Turning diameter:
10.8 meters
10 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes C class is 0.8 metres more than that of the BMW 3 series, which means Mercedes C class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight:
2`065 kg
1`935 kg
Net weight:
1`465 kg
1`395 kg
Load capacity:
600 kg
540 kg
Mercedes C class load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 10 procentiem more than BMW 3 series. Therefore, Mercedes C class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
Mercedes C class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 3 series has serious deffects in 10 percent more cases than Mercedes C class, so Mercedes C class quality is probably slightly better
