Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
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 | 110.6 in | 108.7 in | 1.9 in |
Length | 182.5 in | 180.7 in | 1.8 in |
Width | 71.3 in | 69.7 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 56.3 in | 0 in |
Curb Weight | 3759 lb. | 3924 lb. | -165 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 17.4 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 37.1 in | 3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 54.7 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 52.3 in | -52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.7 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 36.9 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.0 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 33.4 in | 1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
2012 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW 3-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.