Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs BMW Z4
C-Class vs Z4
Key Highlights | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | BMW Z4 |
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Price | Rs.59.40 Lakh | Rs.90.90 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1497 cc | 2998 cc |
Power | 201 bhp | 335 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 16.9 kmpl | 11.29 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
C-Class specifications | Z4 specifications | |
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On Road Price | 68.67 Lakh Price Breakup | 1.05 Cr Price Breakup |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
User Rating | 4.6 | 4.5 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 480 Litres | 281 Litres |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Engine Displacement | 1497 cc | 2998 cc |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 201 bhp | 335 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
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Exterior
C-Class Exterior | Z4 Exterior | |
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Sunroof Type | Panoramic | - |
Sunroof | Yes | No |
Power Windows | Front only | Yes |
Adjustable ORVMs | Electrically Adjustable & Retractable | Yes |
Turn Indicators on ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Rear Wiper | No | Yes |
Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
Bootlid Opener | Electric Tailgate Release | Yes |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
Daytime Running Lights | LED | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Projector headlight | Yes | - |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
C-Class Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Z4 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Front Suspension | Independent and 4-link with Coil Springs | Double-joint Spring-strut Axle |
Rear Suspension | Independent& Multi-link with Coil Springs | Five-link Axle |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Wheels | Alloy | Alloy |
Spare Wheel | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Tyre Size | 225/50 R17 | 255/35 R19 |
Rear Tyre Size | 225/50 R17 | 275/35 R19 |
Turning Radius | 5.61 meters | 5.5 meters |
Tyre Size Spare | 235/50 R18 | - |
Wheels Size | R17 | R19 |
Instrumentation
C-Class Instrumentation | Z4 Instrumentation | |
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Low Fuel Level Warning | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes | Yes |
Fuel level guage | Analogue | Digital |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Shift Indicator | No | Yes |
Tachometer | Analogue | Digital |
Speedometer | Analogue | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Avg fuel economy display | Yes | Yes |
Infotainment & Communication
C-Class Infotainment & Communication | Z4 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 |
Touchscreen Size | 12.3 inch | 10.25 inches |
Display Screen for Rear Passengers | No | - |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Phone & Audio Streaming | Yes |
Gesture Control | No | - |
Integrated Music System | Yes | Yes |
Speakers | 9 | 12 |
AM/FM Radio | - | Yes |
USB Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
C-Class Warranty | Z4 Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years/Unlimited kms | 2 Years/unlimited kms |
Extended Warranty | 8 Years/Unlimited kms | Upto 10 Years / unlimited kms |
Engine & Transmission
C-Class Engine & Transmission | Z4 Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 1497 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Type | M264 Turbo with EQ Boost | B58 Turbocharged I6 |
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 |
Power | 201 bhp | 335 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm @ 1600-4500 rpm |
Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) | RWD |
ARAI Certified Economy | 16.9 kmpl | 12.09 kmpl |
Top Speed | 250 kmph | 250 kmph |
Emission Norm | BS VI | BS6 2 |
Turbocharger | - | Yes |
Comfort & Convenience
C-Class Comfort & Convenience | Z4 Comfort & Convenience | |
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Ventilated Seats | Yes | - |
Ventilated Seats Type | Front only | - |
AC | Yes | Yes |
Rear AC Vents | Yes | - |
Automatic climate control | Yes | - |
Heater | Yes | Yes |
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors | Yes | Yes |
Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
Start / Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
Power Steering | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable steering | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
Leather streering wheels | - | Yes |
Drive Modes | 4 | 3 |
Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
Safety
C-Class Safety | Z4 Safety | |
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NCAP Rating | - | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) |
Airbags | 7 | 4 |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | Yes | Yes |
Overspeed Warning | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph |
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | Yes | Yes |
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) | Yes | Yes |
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist) | - | Yes |
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) | Yes | Yes |
ASR / Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes | Yes |
Lane Departure Warning | No | Yes |
Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | Yes |
Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt | Yes | - |
Rear Middle Head Rest | Yes | - |
Dimensions & Capacity
C-Class Dimensions & Capacity | Z4 Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 4686 mm | 4324 mm |
Width | 1810 mm | 1864 mm |
Height | 1442 mm | 1304 mm |
Wheelbase | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
Ground Clearance | 157 mm | 114 mm |
No. of Seats | 5 | 2 |
No. of Doors | 4 | 2 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 Litres | 52 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 6.6 Litres | 5.25 Litres |
Boot Space | 480 Litres | 281 Litres |
Kerb Weight | 1675 kg | 1610 kg |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Mercedes-Benz C-Class and BMW Z4
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, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera. Z4 has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Lane Departure Warning, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Hill Assist, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, ADAS, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera.
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, Z4 is an with doors and seats ,52 Litres fuel tank capacity, 281 Litres boot space, 114 mm ground clearance.It has 1304 mm height, 4324 mm length, 1864 mm width, and 1610 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes with Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) and 9 Speed Automatic transmission. And Z4 comes with RWD and 8 Automatic transmission.