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BMW 3-Series (2021) vs. Mercedes-Benz CL-Class (2012) Specs

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2021 BMW 3-Series and 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Specifications

Model Year 2021 2012  
Model BMW 3-Series Mercedes-Benz CL-Class  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
473 hp@6250
406 lb-ft@2650
turbocharged
5.5L V8
DOHC-4v
563 hp@5500
664 lb-ft@2500
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 2dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.2 in 116.3 in -4.1 in
Length 185.7 in 200.6 in -14.9 in
Width 71.9 in 73.7 in -1.8 in
Height 56.8 in 55.8 in 1 in
Curb Weight 3840 lb. 4806 lb. -966 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.6 gal. 23.8 gal. -8.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.7 in 36.9 in 1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.0 in 59.3 in -3.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 62.0 in -62 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.0 in 42.2 in -0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 36.4 in 1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.6 in 55.2 in -0.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 56.0 in -56 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.2 in 32.2 in 3 in
Total Legroom 77.2 in (over 2 rows) 74.4 in (over 2 rows) 2.8 in
Cargo Volume 16.9 ft3 13.5 ft3 3.4 ft3

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