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BMW 3 Series Touring 320i
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Wagon · Gasoline · FWD
BMW 3 Series Touring 320i
Car A
BMW 3 Series Touring 320i
The BMW 3 Series Touring 320i is a practical five-seat wagon with a 500 L cargo area and efficient gasoline running, making it a good fit for growing families seeking good value in its segment. Its FWD layout and balanced performance suit commuting and trips more than spirited or winter driving.
5 seatsWagonGasoline5-star safety6.1 L/100km
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate
Car B
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate blends family-friendly space with brisk performance and efficiency for its class. Strong reliability and safety signals suit growing families and road trips, though FWD and petrol-only power curb winter confidence and electrified appeal.
5 seatsWagonGasoline5-star safety265 hp
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Usage fit

Family 72 / 72
City 43 / 39
Budget / value 61 / 58
Road trip 56 / 57
Performance 26 / 27
Cargo 38 / 37
Practical 57 / 56
Premium 48 / 51
Winter 32 / 32

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW 3 Series Touring 320i · Orange = Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW 3 Series Touring 320i Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate
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Pros & cons

BMW 3 Series Touring 320i

  • Wagon practicality with a 500 L trunk handles family gear and weekly shops.
  • Efficient for its class at a combined 6.1 L/100 km to help manage running costs.
  • 0–100 km/h in 7.0 s provides confident everyday acceleration and overtakes.
  • Aligns with priorities of reliability and safety in this segment.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate

  • Estate versatility: 490 L trunk and five seats suit growing families and road trips
  • Brisk performance: 0-100 km/h in 5.1 s with 265 hp for confident passing
  • Efficient for its class at 7.5 L/100 km and good value in its segment
  • Emphasis on reliability and safety signals for long-term peace of mind

Verdict

Pick BMW 3 Series Touring 320i if…
Best fuel economy
BMW 3 Series Touring 320i uses 6.1 L/100km vs 7.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate if…
Reliability edge
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate scores higher on reliability — worth considering for long-term ownership.

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