BMW 3 Series Sedan vs Mercedes-Benz V-Class Comparison

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Things we like	Superb performance Luxury cabin Great ride quality Read More	Spacious and luxurious cabin Comfortable ride quality Read More
Things we don't like	Limited usable boot space Huge expensive Some tech features missing Read More	Body roll at higher speeds Boxy styling not to everyone’s taste Read More

Engine and Transmission

Gear Box	6-Speed	6-Speed
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Drive Type	RWD	RWD
No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC	DOHC
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	Direct Injection
Compression Ratio	10.5:1	10.5:1

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Performance

Engine Displacement	1598 cc	1598 cc
Power	136	136
Torque	220 Nm	220 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Acceleration	8.9 s	8.9 s
Mileage Highway	20.8 kmpl	20.8 kmpl
Top Speed	210 kmph Km/h	210 kmph Km/h
Mileage City	13 kmpl	13 kmpl

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	480 L L	480 L L
Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	60 L L	60 L L
Length	4624 mm mm	4624 mm mm
Width	2031 mm mm	2031 mm mm
Height	1429 mm mm	1429 mm mm
Wheel Base	2810 mm mm	2810 mm mm
Front Tread	1543 mm	1543 mm
Rear Tread	1583 mm	1583 mm
No Of Doors	4	4
Kerb Weight	1460 kg kg	1460 kg kg
Gross Weight	1935 kg kg	1935 kg kg
Front Headroom	1023 mm mm	1023 mm mm
Rear Headroom	957 mm	957 mm

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Suspension, Steering , Brakes & Tyres

Steering Type	Power	Power
Alloy Wheel Size	16 Inch	16 Inch
Front Suspension	Adaptive Suspension	Adaptive Suspension
Steering Column	Adjustable	Adjustable
Rear Suspension	Adaptive Suspension	Adaptive Suspension
Tyre Size	205/60 R16	205/60 R16
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Wheel Size	R16	R16
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Shock Absorbers Type	Coil Spring	Coil Spring
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Discs	Discs

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Safety

Smart Access Card Entry	No	No
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Optional Optional	Optional Optional
Parking Sensors	Optional Optional	Optional Optional
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Optional Optional	Optional Optional
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes

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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	Optional Optional	Optional Optional
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Rear	Yes	Yes
On Board Computer	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Optional Optional	Optional Optional
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Optional Optional	Optional Optional
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	Optional Optional	Optional Optional
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	optional optional	optional optional
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
DVD Player	Optional Optional	Optional Optional
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	Optional Optional	Optional Optional

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	Optional Optional	Optional Optional
Rear Window Wiper	No	No
Rear Window Washer	No	No
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Tinted Glass	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	No	No
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Roof Carrier	Optional Optional	Optional Optional
Sun Roof	Optional Optional	Optional Optional
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	Yes	Yes
Chrome Garnish	Yes	Yes
Roof Rail	No	No
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	Yes

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Interior

Digital Clock

Yes

Yes

Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Optional Optional	Optional Optional
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco	No	No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Emission Control System	Catalytic Convertor Catalytic Convertor	Catalytic Convertor Catalytic Convertor

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