Mercedes E class 2016 vs BMW X3 2014
| 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: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 184 HP | 184 HP | |
| Torque: | 300 NM | 270 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.7 seconds | 8.2 seconds | |
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Mercedes E class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes E class and BMW X3 have the same engine power, but Mercedes E class torque is 30 NM more than BMW X3. Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 7.0 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 67 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 7 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes A klase, Mercedes B klase | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 3 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X1 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Mercedes E klase 2016 2.0 engine: This engine is economical for its power output but has several notable weaknesses. Problems with variable valve timing regulators (phasors) are common, often requiring attention due to malfunctions. The timing ... More about Mercedes E klase 2016 2.0 engine BMW X3 2014 2.0 engine: Until 2015, engines used to have problems with the timing chain guides, which have been resolved over time. Other problems with this engine are the oil pump performance and its drive chain, as well as cracking ... More about BMW X3 2014 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.92 m | 4.66 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.88 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.66 m | |
| Mercedes E class is 27 cm longer than the BMW X3, 3 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: | 11.6 meters | 11.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.3 metres less than that of the BMW X3. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`245 | 2`270 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | high | below average | |
| Mercedes E class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW X3 has serious deffects in 60 percent more cases than Mercedes E class, so Mercedes E class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 27 200 | 19 600 | |
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