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Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2020) vs. BMW 3-Series (2011) Specs

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2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class and 2011 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2020 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 9-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 111.8 in 108.7 in 3.1 in
Length 184.5 in 178.2 in 6.3 in
Width 71.3 in 71.5 in -0.2 in
Height 56.8 in 55.9 in 0.9 in
Curb Weight 3874 lb. 3693 lb. 181 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.4 gal. 15.9 gal. 1.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.1 in 38.5 in -1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.3 in 55.4 in -0.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.7 in 41.5 in 0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 37.5 in -0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.0 in 55.1 in -0.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.2 in 34.6 in 0.6 in
Total Legroom 76.9 in (over 2 rows) 76.1 in (over 2 rows) 0.8 in
Cargo Volume 12.6 ft3 12.0 ft3 0.6 ft3

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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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