BMW 3 series is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes C class engine produces 13 HP less power than BMW 3 series, but torque is 10 NM more than BMW 3 series. Due to the lower power, Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.4 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
11.3
9.3
The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes C class consumes 2 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 300 litres more fuel.
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
10 years
7 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML, Chrysler Crossfire
Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW X5, BMW 7 sērija, BMW X3, BMW Z4
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.
BMW 3 sērija 2001 3.0 engine: The BMW M54B30 is a 3.0-liter naturally aspirated inline-six producing about 231 hp, produced between 2000 and 2006. It is widely regarded as one of BMW’s more successful engines of that era, known for smooth operation and strong performance. With proper maintenance, these engines often ... More about BMW 3 sērija 2001 3.0 engine
Dimensions
Length:
4.54 m
4.48 m
Width:
1.73 m
1.74 m
Height:
1.47 m
1.41 m
Mercedes C class is 6 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes C class is 6 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
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435 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
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1345 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.
Mercedes C class has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for BMW 3 series, so Mercedes C class quality could be a bit better.
