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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 2,761 mm 2,873 mm 0 mm
Length 4,526 mm 4,669 mm 0 mm
Width 1,816 mm 1,900 mm 0 mm
Height 1,417 mm 1,664 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,730 kg 2,062 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 60 L 66 L -6 L
Headroom, Row 1 978 mm 1,006 mm 977 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,407 mm 1,455 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,054 mm 1,036 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 965 mm 1,006 mm 964 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,400 mm 1,435 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 879 mm 947 mm -68 mm
Total Legroom 1,933 mm (over 2 rows) 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 702 L 549 L 153 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,642 L 1,600 L 0 L

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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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