| Model Year | 2011 | 2016 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | BMW 2-Series | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 451 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@6500 343 lb-ft@1400 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 105.9 in | 2.8 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 174.7 in | 7.6 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 69.8 in | -0.1 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 55.8 in | 0.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3662 lb. | 3450 lb. | 212 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 13.7 gal. | 3.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 40.1 in | -3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 54.4 in | 0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.5 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 36.5 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 53.4 in | 1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.4 in | 33.0 in | 0.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 0.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.4 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | -1.4 ft3 |
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
This car has a very small back seat. If you want to carry passengers for a long distance, get an E class. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 BMW 2-Series.