Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs Land Rover Defender
C-Class vs Defender
Key Highlights | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Land Rover Defender |
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Price | Rs.60.30 Lakh | Rs.1.04 Cr |
Engine Capacity | 1497 cc | 4997 cc |
Power | 201 bhp | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 16.9 kmpl | 14 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
C-Class specifications | Defender specifications | |
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On Road Price | 69.71 Lakh Price Breakup | 1.23 Cr Price Breakup |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
User Rating | 4.6 | 4.2 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 480 Litres | 397 Litres |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Engine Displacement | 1497 cc | 4997 cc |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 201 bhp | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm |
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Exterior
C-Class Exterior | Defender Exterior | |
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Sunroof Type | Panoramic | Panoramic |
Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
Power Windows | Front only | Yes |
Adjustable ORVMs | Electrically Adjustable & Retractable | Electrically Adjustable & Retractable |
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 | Defender Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Front Suspension | Independent and 4-link with Coil Springs | Double Wishbones Coil Suspension |
Rear Suspension | Independent& Multi-link with Coil Springs | Multi-link |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Wheels | Alloy | Alloy |
Spare Wheel | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Tyre Size | 225/50 R17 | 255/60 R20 |
Rear Tyre Size | 225/50 R17 | 255/60 R20 |
Turning Radius | 5.61 meters | 5.65 meters |
Tyre Size Spare | 235/50 R18 | 255/65 R19 |
Wheels Size | R17 | R20 |
Instrumentation
C-Class Instrumentation | Defender Instrumentation | |
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Low Fuel Level Warning | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes | Yes |
Fuel level guage | Analogue | Digital |
Gear Indicator | Yes | - |
Shift Indicator | No | Yes |
Tachometer | Analogue | Digital |
Speedometer | Analogue | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Avg fuel economy display | Yes | - |
Infotainment & Communication
C-Class Infotainment & Communication | Defender 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 | 11.4 inches |
Display Screen for Rear Passengers | No | - |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Phone & Audio Streaming | Yes |
Gesture Control | No | No |
Integrated Music System | Yes | Yes |
Speakers | 9 | 6+ |
AM/FM Radio | - | Yes |
USB Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
C-Class Warranty | Defender Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years/Unlimited kms | 3 Years/100000 Kms |
Extended Warranty | 8 Years/Unlimited kms | 10 Years/100000 kms |
Engine & Transmission
C-Class Engine & Transmission | Defender Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 1497 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Type | M264 Turbo with EQ Boost | 2.0 Litre P300 Petrol Engine |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Cylinder Configuration | DOHC | No |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Gears | 9 Speed | 8 |
Power | 201 bhp | 296.3bhp @ 5500 rpm |
Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm |
Fast Charging | - | No |
Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) | AWD |
ARAI Certified Economy | 16.9 kmpl | 14 kmpl |
Top Speed | 250 kmph | 191 kmph |
Emission Norm | BS VI | BS VI |
Comfort & Convenience
C-Class Comfort & Convenience | Defender Comfort & Convenience | |
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Ventilated Seats | Yes | Yes |
Ventilated Seats Type | Front only | Heated and cooled |
AC | Yes | Yes |
Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
Automatic climate control | Yes | 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 | - |
Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
Safety
C-Class Safety | Defender Safety | |
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NCAP Rating | - | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) |
Airbags | 7 | 6 |
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 | No |
Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | Yes |
Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Head Rest | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
C-Class Dimensions & Capacity | Defender Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 4686 mm | 5018 mm |
Width | 1810 mm | 2105 mm |
Height | 1442 mm | 1967 mm |
Wheelbase | 2840 mm | 3022 mm |
Ground Clearance | 157 mm | 218 mm |
No. of Seats | 5 | 6 |
No. of Doors | 4 | 4 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 Litres | 89 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 6.6 Litres | 7 Litres |
Boot Space | 480 Litres | 397 Litres |
Kerb Weight | 1675 kg | 2158 kg |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Land Rover Defender
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. Defender 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, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, ADAS.
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, Defender is an with doors and seats ,89 Litres fuel tank capacity, 397 Litres boot space, 218 mm ground clearance.It has 1967 mm height, 5018 mm length, 2105 mm width, and 2158 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes with Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) and 9 Speed Automatic transmission. And Defender comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission.