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2011 BMW 3-Series and 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
| Model | BMW 3-Series | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | |
| Engine | 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 414 hp@8300 295 lb-ft@3900 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 451 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 108.7 in | 0 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 182.3 in | -4.1 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 69.7 in | 1.8 in |
| Height | 55.9 in | 56.3 in | -0.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3693 lb. | 3662 lb. | 31 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 17.4 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 37.1 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 54.7 in | 0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 52.3 in | -52.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 41.7 in | -0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 36.9 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.1 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 33.4 in | 1.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.1 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 | -0.4 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 3-Series
| 2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2012 | Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 3-Series
| 2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Relatively small back seat room. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Tight for large people. Fine for kids. Smaller than a G37, much smaller than a Maxima. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
tight and not too useful a space see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat room not as expansive as competitors. Trunk capacity could be better. see full BMW 3-Series review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
This car has a very small back seat. If you want to carry passengers for a long distance, get an E class. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The seat causes no discomfort to my tailbone like many ohter cars. Furthermore, the padding is firm and feels like it will last a long time. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Mercedes-Benz makes the best seats in the business, period. Even after a 10 hour drive, my back did not hurt. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Not much leg room when compared to other luxury entries. No flat floor so a 3rd passenger in the rear is not possible. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Center console and stack cut into front side leg room, my left leg is always up against the center console. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
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