Mercedes E class 2016 vs BMW X3 2014
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| Body: | Sedan | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual/Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
| Engines: | 2.0 - 4.0 (petrol, diesel, hybrid) | 2.0 - 3.0 (petrol, diesel) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol and diesel engines. Mercedes E class is available also with hybrid engines. Hybrid engines offer superior fuel efficiency and reduced emissions compared to conventional engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 - 612 HP | 150 - 313 HP | |
| Torque: | 300 - 850 NM | 270 - 630 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 3.4 - 8.4 seconds | 5.3 - 9.8 seconds | |
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Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 1.7 - 4.8 | 5.0 - 8.3 | |
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On average, Mercedes E class equipped with diesel engines consume 0.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW X3. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 103 - 130 mm (4.1 - 5.1 inches) | 204 mm (8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW X3 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: | 4.93 m | 4.66 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.88 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.66 m | |
| Mercedes E class is 27 cm longer than the BMW X3, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes E class is 20 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 540 litres | 550 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1470 litres | 1600 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, Mercedes E class has 10 litres less trunk space than the BMW X3. This could mean that the Mercedes E 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 X3 (by 130 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.5 meters | 11.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.6 metres more than that of the BMW X3, which means Mercedes E class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | ~ 2`407 | ~ 2`350 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | above average | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 27 200 | 19 600 | |
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