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2012 BMW 3-Series and 2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2017 | |
| Model | BMW 3-Series | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | |
| Engine | 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 414 hp@8300 295 lb-ft@3900 |
turbocharged 6.0L V12 OHC-3v 621 hp@4800 738 lb-ft@2300 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 115.9 in | -7.2 in |
| Length | 181.1 in | 197.9 in | -16.8 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 74.7 in | -4.5 in |
| Height | 54.1 in | 55.8 in | -1.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3715 lb. | 4870 lb. | -1155 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 20.7 gal. | -4.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 40.0 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 60.6 in | -5.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.7 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.7 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 54.1 in | -2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.7 in | 33.4 in | 0.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.5 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 0.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.1 ft3 | 10.4 ft3 | 0.7 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 BMW 3-Series
| 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 | |
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