| Model Year | 2010 | 2023 | |
| Model | BMW 5-Series | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | |
| Engine | 5.0L V10 DOHC-4v 373 kW@7750 519 Nm@6100 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 375 kW@5500 700 Nm@2000 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,865 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,854 mm | 4,750 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,847 mm | 1,890 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,468 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,855 kg | 1,980 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 66 L | 4 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 958 mm | 945 mm | 13 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,054 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 963 mm | 953 mm | 10 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,453 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 914 mm | 914 mm | 0 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,974 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 396 L | 357 L | 39 L |
| 2010 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2010 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.