Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | |
Engine | 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 414 hp@8300 295 lb-ft@3900 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@6200 465 lb-ft@5200 |
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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 | 113.1 in | -2.5 in |
Length | 182.5 in | 191.7 in | -9.2 in |
Width | 71.3 in | 73.0 in | -1.7 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 57.7 in | -1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3759 lb. | 4058 lb. | -299 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 37.9 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 57.8 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.3 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 38.2 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.9 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 35.8 in | -0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -2.9 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.
2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 302-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great comfort. Low dash makes seeing out good for my short wife. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |