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Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2011) vs. BMW 3-Series (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class and 2012 BMW 3-Series specs.

2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class and 2012 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2011 2012  
Model Mercedes-Benz E-Class BMW 3-Series  
Engine 6.2L V8
DOHC-4v
518 hp@6200
465 lb-ft@5200		 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 113.1 in 110.6 in 2.5 in
Length 191.7 in 182.5 in 9.2 in
Width 73.0 in 71.3 in 1.7 in
Height 57.7 in 56.3 in 1.4 in
Curb Weight 4058 lb. 3759 lb. 299 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 15.8 gal. 5.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.9 in 40.3 in -2.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.8 in 55.1 in 2.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 42.0 in -0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.2 in 37.7 in 0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.9 in 55.1 in 1.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.8 in 35.1 in 0.7 in
Total Legroom 77.1 in (over 2 rows) 77.1 in (over 2 rows) 0 in
Cargo Volume 15.9 ft3 13.0 ft3 2.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Wagon 302-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Great comfort. Low dash makes seeing out good for my short wife. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 BMW 3-Series

2012 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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