Mercedes S class 2014 vs BMW 6 series 2012
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 4.7 Petrol | 3.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Mercedes S class) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (BMW 6 series) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 455 HP | 313 HP | |
| Torque: | 700 NM | 630 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.6 seconds | 5.4 seconds | |
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Mercedes S class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes S class engine produces 142 HP more power than BMW 6 series, whereas torque is 70 NM more than BMW 6 series. Thanks to more power Mercedes S class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.8 | 5.5 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 12.5 l/100km | 8.0 l/100km | |
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The BMW 6 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mercedes S class consumes 3.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 6 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes S class could require 495 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes S class consumes 4.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 6 series. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 900 km in combined cycle | 1270 km in combined cycle | |
| 1140 km on highway | 1450 km on highway | ||
| 640 km with real consumption | 870 km with real consumption | ||
| BMW 6 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| BMW 6 sērija 2012 3.0 engine: The N57 engine is a robust turbo diesel unit without any major systemic issues. Its longevity depends heavily on regular maintenance, including timely servicing, periodic cleaning of the intake system, and active regeneration of the diesel particulate filter.
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Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.03 m | 5.01 m | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | 1.89 m | |
| Height: | 1.41 m | 1.39 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes S class is 2 cm longer than the BMW 6 series, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes S class is 2 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 400 litres | 460 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
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BMW 6 series has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Mercedes S class uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.6 meters | 11.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes S class is 0.3 metres less than that of the BMW 6 series. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`585 kg | 2`390 kg | |
| Net weight: | 2`030 kg | 1`790 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 555 kg | 600 kg | |
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| Average price (€): | 63 000 | 18 200 | |
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