Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | BMW 5-Series | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 336 kW@6800 601 Nm@5000 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 412 kW@6000 678 Nm@1500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,761 mm | 2,969 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,630 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,770 mm | 1,859 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,430 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,661 kg | 1,990 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 66 L | 70 L | -4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 942 mm | 1,029 mm | 941 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,328 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 973 mm | -36 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 848 mm | 897 mm | -49 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,908 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 351 L | 521 L | -170 L |
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 |
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