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BMW 3-Series (2011) vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC (2021) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 BMW 3-Series and 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC specs.

2011 BMW 3-Series and 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC Specifications

Model Year 2011 2021  
Model BMW 3-Series Mercedes-Benz GLC  
Engine 4.0L V8
DOHC-4v
414 hp@8300
295 lb-ft@3900
turbocharged
4.0L V8
DOHC-4v
469 hp@5500
479 lb-ft@1750
 
Transmission 7-speed automated manual 9-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 108.7 in 113.1 in -4.4 in
Length 178.2 in 183.8 in -5.6 in
Width 71.5 in 74.8 in -3.3 in
Height 55.8 in 65.5 in -9.7 in
Curb Weight 3815 lb. 4546 lb. -731 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 17.4 gal. -1.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.5 in 39.6 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.4 in 57.3 in -1.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.5 in 40.8 in 0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.0 in 39.6 in -1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.1 in 56.5 in -1.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 37.3 in -2.7 in
Total Legroom 76.1 in (over 2 rows) 78.1 in (over 2 rows) -2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 24.8 ft3 19.4 ft3 5.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 58.0 ft3 56.5 ft3 1.5 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 3-Series

2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

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