BMW 328i vs Mercedes-Benz R320
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Mercedes-Benz R320
Overview
| Spec | BMW 328i328i | Mercedes-Benz R320R320 BlueTEC |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 328i | R320 BlueTEC |
| Body style | Sedan | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | diesel fuel |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | diesel |
| Model year | 2016 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 328i328i | Mercedes-Benz R320R320 BlueTEC |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $38,350 (best) | $49,150 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 328i328i | Mercedes-Benz R320R320 BlueTEC |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.8 gal | 21.1 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 328i328i | Mercedes-Benz R320R320 BlueTEC |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 240 hp (best) | 210 hp |
| Torque | 255 lb-ft | 398 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 328i328i | Mercedes-Benz R320R320 BlueTEC |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 6 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 13 cu ft | 85 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,320 lbs (best) | 5,092 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in | 5.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 126.6 in (best) |
| Length | 182.4 in | 203 in (best) |
| Width | 71.3 in | 75.7 in (best) |
| Height | 56.3 in | 65.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 328i328i | Mercedes-Benz R320R320 BlueTEC |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 328i | Mercedes-Benz R320 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 328i $38,350 MSRP(Currently comparing) | R320 BlueTEC $49,150 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 328i SULEV $38,350 MSRP | — |