Mercedes S class 2020 vs BMW 4 series 2021
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.9 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 330 HP | 190 HP | |
| Torque: | 700 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds | |
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Mercedes S class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes S class engine produces 140 HP more power than BMW 4 series, whereas torque is 300 NM more than BMW 4 series. Thanks to more power Mercedes S class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.9 | 5.4 | |
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The BMW 4 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes S class consumes 1.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 4 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes S class could require 225 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres | 59 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 940 km in combined cycle | 1090 km in combined cycle | |
| BMW 4 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 4 series 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. Note, however, that this BMW 4 series version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from five 4x4 versions of BMW 4 series 2021 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.18 m | 4.79 m | |
| Width: | 1.92 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.50 m | 1.44 m | |
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Mercedes S class is larger. Mercedes S class is 39 cm longer than the BMW 4 series, 7 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes S class is 6 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 550 litres | 470 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
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Mercedes S class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes S class has 80 litres more trunk space than the BMW 4 series. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | 12 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes S class is 1.3 metres less than that of the BMW 4 series, which means Mercedes S class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`770 kg | 2`260 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`995 kg | 1`705 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 775 kg | 555 kg | |
| Mercedes S class load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 28 procentiem more than BMW 4 series. Therefore, Mercedes S class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
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| Average price (€): | 86 000 | 35 600 | |
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