Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs BMW 3-Series
C-Class vs 3-Series
Key Highlights | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | BMW 3-Series |
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Price | Rs.60.85 Lakh | Rs.72.90 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1497 cc | 2998 cc |
Power | 201 bhp | 374 bhp @ 5500-6500 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 20 kmpl | 11.86 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
C-Class specifications | 3-Series specifications | ||
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On Road Price | 70.35 Lakh | 84.28 Lakh | |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | |
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Boot Space (Litres) | 480 Litres | 480 Litres | |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | |
Engine Displacement | 1497 cc | 2998 cc | |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 201 bhp | 374 bhp @ 5500-6500 rpm | |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
C-Class Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | 3-Series Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | ||
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Front Suspension | Independent& 4-link with Coil Springs | Single-joint Spring Strut Axle | |
Rear Suspension | Independent& Multi-link with Coil Springs | M Sport Suspension | |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc | |
Rear Brakes | Disc | Disc | |
Front Tyre Size | 225/50 R17 | 225/45 R18 | |
Rear Tyre Size | 225/50 R17 | 255/40 R18 | |
Turning Radius | 5.61 meters | 5.5 meters | |
Tyre Size Spare | 235/50 R18 | 225/40 R19 / 255/35 R19 | |
Wheels Size | R17 | R18 |
Exterior
C-Class Exterior | 3-Series Exterior | ||
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Sunroof | Yes | Yes | |
Power Windows | Front only | Yes | |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes | |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Instrumentation
C-Class Instrumentation | 3-Series Instrumentation | ||
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Fuel level guage | Analogue | Digital | |
Tachometer | Analogue | Yes | |
Speedometer | Analogue | Analogue - Digital | |
Odometer | Digital | Digital | |
Avg fuel economy display | - | - |
Infotainment & Communication
C-Class Infotainment & Communication | 3-Series Infotainment & Communication | ||
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Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes | |
Android Auto | Yes | Yes | |
Voice Command | Yes | Yes | |
Infotainment Screen | Yes | Yes | |
Multifunction Display | Yes | Yes | |
Basic Warranty | 5 Years or Unlimited KMS | 3 Years or 10000000 KMS | |
Extended Warranty | 8 years or unlimited kilometers | 7 years or 100000 |
Engine & Transmission
C-Class Engine & Transmission | 3-Series Engine & Transmission | ||
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Engine Capacity | 1497 cc | 2998 cc | |
Engine Type | M264 Turbo with EQ Boost | Twin Turbo 6 Cylinder Petrol Engine | |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 6 | |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 | |
Cylinder Configuration | DOHC | DOHC | |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | |
Gears | 9 Speed | 8 Speed | |
Power | 201 bhp | 374 bhp @ 5500-6500 rpm | |
Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm @1900-5000 rpm | |
Battery Capacity | - | 1.08 kwh | |
Fast Charging | No | No | |
Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) | AWD | |
ARAI Certified Economy | 20 kmpl | 13 kmpl | |
Top Speed | 246 kmph | 250 kmph |
Comfort & Convenience
C-Class Comfort & Convenience | 3-Series Comfort & Convenience | ||
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Cruise Control | Yes | Yes | |
Start / Stop Button | Yes | Yes | |
Power Steering | Yes | Yes | |
Adjustable steering | Yes | Yes | |
Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes | |
Drive Modes | 3 | 4 | |
Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes | |
Electronically Adjustable Seats | Yes | Yes | |
Glove Box Cooling | No | No | |
12v Power Outlet | Yes | Yes | |
Height Adjustable Driver Seat | Yes | Yes | |
Adjustable Headrests | Yes | Yes | |
Distance to Empty display | Yes | Yes | |
Navigation System | Yes | Yes | |
Instrument Console | Yes | Yes |
Safety
C-Class Safety | 3-Series Safety | ||
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Airbags | 7 | 6 | |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | Yes | Yes | |
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | Yes | Yes | |
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) | Yes | Yes | |
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist) | Information not available | Yes | |
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) | Yes | No | |
ASR / Traction Control | Yes | Yes | |
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes | NO | |
Hill Assist | Yes | Yes | |
Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes | |
Central Locking | Keyless | Yes | |
Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror | Yes | No | |
Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera | Yes | No |
Dimensions & Capacity
C-Class Dimensions & Capacity | 3-Series Dimensions & Capacity | ||
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Length | 4686 mm | 4824 mm | |
Width | 1810 mm | 1811 mm | |
Height | 1442 mm | 1429 mm | |
Wheelbase | 2840 mm | 2810 mm | |
Ground Clearance | 157 mm | 165 mm | |
No. of Seats | 5 | 5 | |
No. of Doors | 4 | 4 | |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 Litres | 59 Litres | |
Engine Oil Capacity | 6.6 Litres | 6.5 Litres | |
Boot Space | 480 Litres | 480 Litres | |
Kerb Weight | 1675 kg | 1745 kg | |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Pros & Cons
C-Class Pros & Cons | 3-Series Pros & Cons | ||
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Which Car Do You Like More ?
Detailed Comparison of Mercedes-Benz C-Class and BMW 3-Series
Safety
C-Class comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Hill Assist, Reverse Camera, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera. 3-Series has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ASR / Traction Control, Hill Assist, Reverse Camera, Central Locking.
Body
C-Class has doors and seats. It is an with 480 Litres boot space, 66 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 157 mm. It is 1810 mm wide, 1442 mm high and 4686 mm long. It has 1675 kg kerb weight and 2840 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, 3-Series is an with doors and seats ,59 Litres fuel tank capacity, 480 Litres boot space, 165 mm ground clearance.It has 1429 mm height, 4824 mm length, 1811 mm width, and 1745 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes with Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) and 9 Speed Automatic transmission. And 3-Series comes with AWD and 8 Speed Automatic transmission.