Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs Tesla Model Y
Do you want to find out which car is the best, Mercedes-Benz C-Class or Tesla Model Y? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between C-Class and Model Y. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Price starts at Rs.59.40 Lakh (ex-showroom) for C 200 Petrol AT and Tesla Model Y Price starts at Rs.59.89 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Rear Wheel Drive. Mercedes-Benz C-Class is 4 cylinder, 1497 cc Engine can generate 201 bhp power whereas Tesla Model Y can generate N/A power. In terms of mileage, C-Class provides a mileage of 16.9 kmpl (base model), and Model Y has a range of 500 km/charge (base model).
C-Class vs Model Y
Key Highlights | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Tesla Model Y |
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Price | Rs.59.40 Lakh | Rs.59.89 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1497 cc | N/A |
Power | 201 bhp | N/A |
Mileage/Range | 16.9 kmpl | 500 km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
C-Class specifications | Model Y specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 68.67 Lakh Price Breakup | 63.25 Lakh Price Breakup |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
User Rating | 4.6 | 5.0 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 480 Litres | 2138 Litres |
Transmission Type | Automatic | - |
Engine Displacement | 1497 cc | - |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 201 bhp | - |
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Exterior
C-Class Exterior | Model Y Exterior | |
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Sunroof Type | Panoramic | - |
Sunroof | Yes | - |
Power Windows | Front only | - |
Adjustable ORVMs | Electrically Adjustable & Retractable | - |
Turn Indicators on ORVMs | Yes | - |
Rear Wiper | No | - |
Rear Defogger | Yes | - |
Bootlid Opener | Electric Tailgate Release | - |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | - |
Daytime Running Lights | LED | - |
LED headlight | Yes | - |
Projector headlight | Yes | - |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | - |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | - |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
C-Class Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Model Y Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Front Suspension | Independent and 4-link with Coil Springs | - |
Rear Suspension | Independent& Multi-link with Coil Springs | - |
Front Brakes | Disc | - |
Rear Brakes | Disc | - |
Wheels | Alloy | - |
Spare Wheel | Alloy | - |
Front Tyre Size | 225/50 R17 | - |
Rear Tyre Size | 225/50 R17 | - |
Turning Radius | 5.61 meters | - |
Tyre Size Spare | 235/50 R18 | - |
Wheels Size | R17 | 19 |
Instrumentation
C-Class Instrumentation | Model Y Instrumentation | |
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Low Fuel Level Warning | Yes | - |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes | - |
Fuel level guage | Analogue | - |
Gear Indicator | Yes | - |
Shift Indicator | No | - |
Tachometer | Analogue | - |
Speedometer | Analogue | - |
Odometer | Digital | - |
Avg fuel economy display | Yes | - |
Infotainment & Communication
C-Class Infotainment & Communication | Model Y Infotainment & Communication | |
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Apple CarPlay | Yes | - |
Android Auto | Yes | - |
Voice Command | Yes | - |
Infotainment Screen | Yes | - |
Multifunction Display | Yes | - |
Touchscreen Size | 12.3 inch | 15.4 inches |
Display Screen for Rear Passengers | No | Yes |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Phone & Audio Streaming | - |
Gesture Control | No | - |
Integrated Music System | Yes | - |
Speakers | 9 | - |
USB Compatibility | Yes | - |
Wireless Charger | Yes | - |
Warranty
C-Class Warranty | Model Y Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years/Unlimited kms | Vehicle Warranty 4 years/80000 Kms Battery and Drive Unit Warranty 8 years/160000 Kms |
Extended Warranty | 8 Years/Unlimited kms | - |
Engine & Transmission
C-Class Engine & Transmission | Model Y Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 1497 cc | - |
Engine Type | M264 Turbo with EQ Boost | - |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | - |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | - |
Cylinder Configuration | DOHC | - |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
Transmission Type | Automatic | - |
Gears | 9 Speed | - |
Power | 201 bhp | - |
Torque | 300 Nm | - |
Charging Time | - | Up to 267 Km added in 15 minutes |
Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) | RWD |
ARAI Certified Economy | 16.9 kmpl | - |
Range | - | 500 km/charge |
Top Speed | 250 kmph | - |
Comfort & Convenience
C-Class Comfort & Convenience | Model Y Comfort & Convenience | |
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Ventilated Seats | Yes | - |
Ventilated Seats Type | Front only | - |
AC | Yes | - |
Rear AC Vents | Yes | - |
Automatic climate control | Yes | - |
Heater | Yes | - |
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors | Yes | - |
Cruise Control | Yes | - |
Start / Stop Button | Yes | - |
Power Steering | Yes | - |
Adjustable steering | Yes | - |
Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | - |
Drive Modes | 4 | - |
Keyless Entry | Yes | - |
Electronic Parking Brake | Yes with Auto Hold | - |
Safety
C-Class Safety | Model Y Safety | |
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Airbags | 7 | - |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | Yes | - |
Overspeed Warning | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph | - |
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | Yes | - |
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) | Yes | - |
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) | Yes | - |
ASR / Traction Control | Yes | - |
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes | - |
Lane Departure Warning | No | - |
Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | - |
Seat Belt Warning | Yes | - |
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt | Yes | - |
Rear Middle Head Rest | Yes | - |
Hill Assist | Yes | - |
Hill Descent Control | No | - |
Dimensions & Capacity
C-Class Dimensions & Capacity | Model Y Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 4686 mm | 4790 mm |
Width | 1810 mm | 2129 mm |
Height | 1442 mm | 1624 mm |
Wheelbase | 2840 mm | - |
Ground Clearance | 157 mm | 167 mm |
No. of Seats | 5 | 5 |
No. of Doors | 4 | - |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 Litres | - |
Engine Oil Capacity | 6.6 Litres | - |
Boot Space | 480 Litres | 2138 Litres |
Kerb Weight | 1675 kg | 1928 kg |
Body Type | Sedan | - |
Pros & Cons
C-Class Pros & Cons | Model Y Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Tesla Model Y
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, Model Y is an with doors and seats 2138 Litres boot space, 167 mm ground clearance.It has 1624 mm height, 4790 mm length, 2129 mm width, and 1928 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes with Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) and 9 Speed Automatic transmission. And Model Y comes with RWD and transmission.
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Tesla Model Y FAQs
What is the on-road price of Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
The on-road price of Mercedes-Benz C-Class is Rs. 68.67 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Tesla Model Y?
The on-road price of Tesla Model Y is Rs. 63.25 Lakh in New Delhi.