BMW 3 series is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes C class engine produces 22 HP less power than BMW 3 series, whereas torque is 5 NM less than BMW 3 series. Due to the lower power, Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
11.1
9.0
The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes C class consumes 2.1 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 315 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 2 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes CLK
Installed on at least 3 other car models, including BMW 5 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.
Dimensions
Length:
4.53 m
4.47 m
Width:
1.73 m
1.74 m
Height:
1.43 m
1.42 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes C class is 6 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes C class is 1 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
455 litres
440 litres
Mercedes C class has 15 litres more trunk space than the BMW 3 series.
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.
