Audi A3 vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Price starts at Rs. 59.60 Lakh which is Rs. 30.39 Lakh costlier than base model of Audi A3 priced at Rs. 29.20 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Audi A3 (Diesel Model) is 20.38 kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Mercedes-Benz C-Class (Diesel Model) is 23 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Audi A3 (Top Model) is powered by 1968 cc cc engine , while Mercedes-Benz C-Class (Top Model) is powered by 1993 cc engine. The Comparison Audi A3 35TDI Technology vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300d can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

A3 vs C-Class

Key Highlights A3 35TDI TechnologyC-Class C 300d
Engine Type TDI Diesel Engine OM654M
Max Power 143bhp@3500-4000rpm 261.49bhp@4200rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 20.38 kmpl ...

A3 vs C-Class Key Highlights

Basic Info A3 35TDI TechnologyC-Class C 300d
Rating
24 reviews
77 reviews
Brand Name Audi Mercedes Benz
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 32.21 Lakh Rs. 62.70 Lakh View On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1968 cc 1993 cc
Body Type Luxury,Sedan,Luxury_Sedan Sedan,LuxuryAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 143bhp@3500-4000rpm 261.49bhp@4200rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gear Box 6 Speed 9-Speed TRONIC
Drive Type FWD RWD
Colors
C-Class Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 20.38 kmpl ...
Tyre Size 205/55 R16 ...
Boot Space 425 540 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI ...
Rs. 1,21,290 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance ... Rs. 2.69 Lakh C-Class Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Engine Type
TDI Diesel Engine
OM654M
Engine Displacement
1968 cc
1993 cc
Battery Capacity
...
48 V
Max Power
143bhp@3500-4000rpm
261.49bhp@4200rpm
Max Torque
320Nm@1750-3000rpm
550Nm@1800-2200rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS IV
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gear Box
6 Speed
9-Speed TRONIC
Valves Per Cylinder
...
4
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Paddle Shift
...
Fuel Supply System
...
ISG
Kerb Weight
1490Kg
1675 Kg
Turbo Charger
...
yes
Mild Hybrid
...
Fast Charging
...

Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
0-100 kmph
8.6 Seconds
5.7 Sec
Fuel Capacity
50 Liters
66 Liters
Top Speed
215
250 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
20.38 kmpl
...
Mileage (City)
...
20.37 kmpl

Suspension Front
MacPherson Strut
Adaptive Damping System
Suspension Rear
Multi Link
Adaptive Damping System
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
...
Brakes Rear
Disc
...
Steering Type
Power
...
Minimum Turning Radius
5.35 metres
...
Tyre Size
205/55 R16
...
Alloy Wheel Size
16
...
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Tubeless,Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
Ventilated Seats
Additional Interior Features
Air Vents in Aluminium Look, Aluminium Interior Elements Glove Compartment, Frame Around The Inside Door Handle, Coin Box, Control Buttons For The Parking Brake, Headlining in Cloth Coat Hook, Front and Rear Floor Mats, Inlays in Optic Titanium Grey, Interior lighting Front and Rear with Delayed Switch Off and Contact Switches On All Doors.Ash Tray, Interior Mirror With Dipping
AMG floor mats(comes with AMG floor mats), AMG Line interior( The AMG Line interior lends your vehicle a more visible and tangible sense of sportiness. Seats with sporty seat upholstery layout and redesigned headrest, Multifunction sports steering wheel in nappa leather, with horizontal twin-spokes, flat bottom, deep embossing in the grip area, steering-wheel bezel and steering-wheel paddle shifters in silver chrome, AMG brushed stainless steel sports pedals with black rubber studs, Ambient lighting, Instrument panel and beltlines in ARTICO man-made leather in black nappa look, Centre console in high-gloss black with insert in silver chrome, Air vents with elements in silver chrome, Doors with high-gloss black trim elements and surround in silver chrome as well as switches in silver chrome, Floor mats in black with AMG lettering, Overhead control panel in high-gloss black)
Fabric Upholstery
...
Leather Seats
...
Rear Seat Headrest
Electric Adjustable Seats
...
Front
Air Conditioner
...
Digital Odometer
...
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
4
4
Boot Space
425
540 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Lighting
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Cornering Headlights,Headlight Washer
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
Trunk Opener
Remote
Smart
Additional Exterior Features
Aluminium Window Trims, Chrome Exhaust Tailpipe Trims, Chrome Front Fog Light Surrounds, Heated Rear Window, LED Number Plate Light, Exhaust Tailpipe, High Mounted Third Brake Light
Multifunction sports steering wheel in nappa leather, DIGITAL LIGHT (DIGITAL LIGHT With more than 1.3 million pixels per headlamp),can experience brilliant lighting conditions – constantly adjusted to other road users and to the surroundings. This HD system responds with constantly adapted light to changing traffic, road or weather conditions)AMG Line exterior( The expressive bodystyling of the AMG Line lends the exterior of the C-Class a sporty, exclusive touch. AMG bodystyling consisting of AMG front apron with sporty, air intakes and chrome trim element, diffuser-look AMG rear apron with insert in black plus AMG side sill panels, Radiator grille with Mercedes-Benz pattern and integral Mercedes star as well as louvre in matt iridium silver with chrome insert, Exhaust system with two visible tailpipe trim elements integrated into the bumper, Night package ( The Night Package adds at
Rain Sensing Wiper
...
Outside Rear View Mirror
...
Turn indicators on ORVM
Xenon Headlights
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
...
Antenna
...
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
4458*1796*1416
4751*1820*1437 mm3
Wheelbase
2637mm
2636 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
165mm
...

In Car Entertainment (Audio)
17.78 cm Display with High Resolution Graphics, Audi Phone Box With Wireless Charging, Audi Music Interface, 3D Map Display, CD Player, FM/AM/Radio, Speakers Front and Rear, Integrated 2DIN Audio, Bluetooth Connectivity, USB and Auxiliary input, Touch Screen, SD Card Reader
...
Connectivity
SD Card Reader
...
Addtional Comfort Features
Lashing Points 4 in Luggage Compartment, Sun Visor
...
USB Charger
Front
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Available
Available
Tailgate Ajar
Gear Shift Indicator
Rear Curtain
Not Available
...
Luggage Hook and Net
Battery Saver
...
Lane Change Indicator
...
Additional Entertainment Features
17.78 cm Display with High Resolution Graphics, Audi Phone Box With Wireless Charging, Audi Music Interface, 3D Map Display
Burmester 3D surround sound system (15 high-quality speakers with 710 watt)
Smart Entry
...
Automatic Climate Control
...
2 Zone
Massage Seats
Not Available
...
Memory Functions For Seat
Driver's Seat Only
Front
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
Not Available
...
Drive Modes
4
Internal Storage
...
No of Speakers
10
13
Rear Entertainment System
...
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
...
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Adjustable Front Passenger Seat
...
Lumbar Support
Wireless Phone Charging
...
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
40:20:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
...
Engine Start Stop Button
...
Rear ACVents
...
Touch Screen
...
Multifunction Steering Wheel
...
Air Quality Control
...
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Dual Trip Meter
...
Memory Function Seats
...
Front
Active Noise Cancellation
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Adjustable Headrest
...
Seat Lumbar Support
...
Clock
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
DVD Playback
...
Touch-screen Display
GPS Navigation System
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Automatic Head Lamps
...
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Head Lights
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
...
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front Door
12V Power Outlets
Cigarette Lighter
...
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front Door
Sun Roof
Moon Roof

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Knee Airbags
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Head-Up Display
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
...
Hill Descent Control
...
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
360 View Camera
...
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitor
...
Seat Belts
...
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
...
No of Airbags
...
7
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
...
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
...
Tyre pressure monitoring system, TIREFIT, Active Brake Assist, PRE-SAFE
Child Safety Lock
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Rear
...
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Day Night Rear View Mirror
...
Keyless Entry
...
Rear Defogger

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives

Audi A3

  • Driving dynamics
  • Price for an Audi

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

  • Classy
  • yet
  • sporty styling
  • refined petrol and diesel engine options available
  • loaded tech package
  • luxurious interior styling

Audi A3

  • Rear seat comfort
  • Space

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

  • Ground clearance will become a problem
  • especially over large speed breakers
  • rear seat under-thigh support is average
  • spare tyre reduces usable boot space
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A3 Vs C-Class Comparison FAQs

Which car is cheaper A3 vs C-Class?

The Audi A3 is cheaper than Mercedes-Benz C-Class by Rs. 30.48 Lakh.

Which car offers better performance A3 vs C-Class?

For the 35TDI Technology version, 1968 cc Diesel engine of A3 produces 143bhp@3500-4000rpm of power and 320Nm@1750-3000rpm of torque. Whereas for the C 300d version, 1993 cc Diesel engine of C-Class produces 261.49bhp@4200rpm of power and 550Nm@1800-2200rpm of torque

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