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BMW 1-Series (2011) vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA (2017) Specs

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2011 BMW 1-Series and 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA Specifications

Model Year 2011 2017  
Model BMW 1-Series Mercedes-Benz CLA  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
335 hp@5900
332 lb-ft@1500
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
375 hp@6000
350 lb-ft@2250
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 2dr Coupe 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.7 in 106.3 in -1.6 in
Length 171.7 in 182.3 in -10.6 in
Width 68.8 in 70.0 in -1.2 in
Height 56.0 in 56.6 in -0.6 in
Curb Weight 3362 lb. 3494 lb. -132 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.0 gal. 14.5 gal. -0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.9 in 38.2 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.0 in 56.0 in -2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 40.2 in 1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 35.6 in 1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.4 in 53.2 in 0.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 32.0 in 27.1 in 4.9 in
Total Legroom 73.4 in (over 2 rows) 67.3 in (over 2 rows) 6.1 in
Cargo Volume 10.0 ft3 13.1 ft3 -3.1 ft3

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