Model Year | 2020 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 382 hp@5800 369 lb-ft@1800 |
turbocharged 5.5L V12 OHC-3v 510 hp@5000 612 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 124.6 in | -12.4 in |
Length | 185.7 in | 206.5 in | -20.8 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 73.7 in | -1.8 in |
Height | 56.8 in | 58.0 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3849 lb. | 4960 lb. | -1111 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.6 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -8.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 37.8 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 59.1 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 59.9 in | -59.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.9 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.5 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 58.7 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 59.4 in | -59.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 42.3 in | -7.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 84.2 in (over 2 rows) | -7 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.9 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | 0.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 BMW 3-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.