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Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2015) vs. BMW 3-Series (2011) Specs

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2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class and 2011 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2015 2011  
Model Mercedes-Benz C-Class BMW 3-Series  
Engine turbocharged
4.0L V8
DOHC-4v
469 hp@5500
479 lb-ft@1750
4.0L V8
DOHC-4v
414 hp@8300
295 lb-ft@3900
 
Transmission 7-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,840 mm 2,761 mm 0 mm
Length 4,686 mm 4,526 mm 0 mm
Width 1,811 mm 1,816 mm 0 mm
Height 1,443 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,749 kg 1,675 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 68 L 60 L 8 L
Headroom, Row 1 942 mm 978 mm -36 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,405 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,059 mm 1,054 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 942 mm 953 mm -11 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,397 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 894 mm 879 mm 15 mm
Total Legroom 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) 1,933 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 357 L 340 L 17 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
 

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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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