Audi Q3 vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Last Updated: October 17, 2026

Audi Q3 price starts at Rs. 51.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 13.61 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Mercedes-Benz C-Class, priced at Rs. 65.60 Lakh. On the performance front, the Q3 uses a 1984cc engine producing 201.15bhp@4500-6000rpm and the C-Class a 1999cc engine producing 254.79bhp. If you're deciding between the Q3 and C-Class, the C-Class is the better pick for performance and top speed, while the Q3 stands out for affordability.

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Q3 vs C-Class Comparison Summary

Specification Audi Q3Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 51.99 LakhRs. 65.60 Lakh
Mileage Not Available23 kmpl
Engine 1984 cc1999 cc
Max power 201.15bhp@4500-6000rpm254.79bhp
Top speed 229 Km/h250 Km/h

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Basic Info Audi Q3 ZenithMercedes-Benz C-Class C 300BMW X1 sDrive18i M Sport
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Brand Name Audi Mercedes-Benz BMW
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 55.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 65.60 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 52.90 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1984 cc 1999 cc 1499 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SedanAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 201.15bhp@4500-6000rpm 254.79bhp 134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4 3
Transmission Automatic Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 7-Speed DCT 9-Speed 7-Speed Steptronic
Drive Type AWD RWD FWD
Colors
Audi Q3 Colors
Mercedes Benz C-Class Colors
BMW X1 Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) Not Available 23 kmpl Not Available
Tyre Size Not Available Not Available 225/55 R18
Boot Space Not Available 455 Liters 500 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes Yes
Airbags 9 Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI Not Available
Rs. 1,26,900 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,02,332 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 2.45 Lakh Q3 Insurance C-Class Insurance X1 Insurance
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Displacement
1984 cc
1999 cc
1499 cc
Engine Type
2.0L TFSI
Petrol Mild Hybrid
B38 turbo I3
Engine Displacement
1984 cc
1999 cc
1499 cc
Max Power
201.15bhp@4500-6000rpm
254.79bhp
134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm
Max Torque
320Nm@1500-4400rpm
400Nm
230Nm@1500–4000rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
3
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
7-Speed DCT
9-Speed
7-Speed Steptronic
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
4
Drive Type
AWD
RWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Kerb Weight
Not Available
1675 Kg
Not Available
Turbo Charger
Yes
Not Available
Twin
Mild Hybrid
Not Available
Not Available
No
Fast Charging
Not Available
No
No

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Petrol
0-100 kmph
7.1 Sec
5.7 Sec
9.2 Sec
Fuel Capacity
Not Available
66 Liters
51 Liters
Top Speed
229 Km/h
250 Km/h
219 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
Not Available
23 kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (Highway)
Not Available
15 kmpl
Not Available
Secondary Fuel Type
Not Available
Electric(Battery)
Not Available

Wheels Type
Alloy
Not Available
Not Available
Suspension Front
Not Available
Multi-link suspension
Not Available
Suspension Rear
Not Available
Multi-link suspension
Not Available
Brakes Front
Disc
Not Available
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Not Available
Disc
Steering Type
Electronic
Not Available
Electric
Tyre Size
Not Available
Not Available
225/55 R18
Wheel Size
18
Not Available
18
Tyre Type
Not Available
Tubeless,Radial
Tubeless

Dual Tone Dashboard
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
No
Not Available
Additional Interior Features
Not Available
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)
Sensatec Perforated Mocha(Optional), Sensatec Perforated Oyster (Optional), Interior trim finishers Aluminium ‘Mesheffect’ with highlight trim finisher in Pearl Chrome, Rear seat backrest with reclining and 40:20:40 folding, M Leather Steering Wheel with Multifunction Buttons, Interior mirror with Automatic Anti-dazzle Function, Floor Mats in velour, Sport seats, Armrest front, sliding with storage compartment, Ambient Lighting: Mood lighting in front and rear, Air-vents for rear seat occupants, Luxury instrument panel, Pearl Chrome touches on the door handles, Panorama Glass Roof with automatic sliding/tilting function
Digital Cluster Size
11.9
Not Available
Not Available
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Upholstery
Leatherette
Not Available
Leather
Lighting
Not Available
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
,LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),LED Tail lamps
Interior Lighting
Not Available
Not Available
Ambient light
Rear Seat Headrest
Adjustable
Yes
Yes
Digital Cluster
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Yes
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Yes
Digital Odometer
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Yes
Cargo Volume
Not Available
455
Not Available
Seating Capacity
5
5
5
Doors
Not Available
4
Not Available
Boot Space
Not Available
455 Liters
500 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Trunk Opener
Not Available
Smart
Not Available
Additional Exterior Features
Not Available
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
18" M light alloy wheels Double-spoke,Individual roof rails in High-Gloss shadow line, Rain Sensor and automatic driving lights, Exterior mirror electric folding with automatic anti-dazzle, Adaptive LED Headlights(Daytime driving lights and position lights, Cornering light and turn indicators, Automatic headlight range control, High Beam Assistant, Light staging (welcome and goodbye)
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes
Yes
Yes
ORVM
Powered & Folding
Not Available
Powered & Folding
Boot Opening
Powered
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes
Yes
Yes
Chrome Garnish
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Cornering Headlamps
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Cornering Foglamps
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Integrated Antenna
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
LED DRLs
Yes
Yes
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sun Roof
Panoramic
Yes
Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Projector Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Headlamp Washers
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Chrome Grille
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
Yes
Yes
Yes
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Yes
Yes
Trunk Light
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Antenna
Shark Fin
Not Available
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Yes
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
4751*1820*1437 mm3
4447*1821*1598 mm3
Wheelbase
Not Available
2636 mm
2670 mm
No. Of Doors
Not Available
4
Not Available

Connectivity
Not Available
Not Available
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Not Available
Not Available
Park Distance Control, BMW Efficient Lightweight construction, Automatic Start/Stop Function, Digital Key Plus( Lock, unlock and starting the vehicle and compatible with smartphone with NFC enabled key card), Electrical Seat Adjustment for driver memory function for driver, Active seat for Driver and Front Passenger, Automatic operation of tailgate including contactless opening and closing via a kicking movement, Servotronic Steering Assist, 7-Speed Steptronic Sport Transmission with shift paddles( Electronic selector-lever, Automatic gear selection, Currently engaged gear shown in the instrument cluster, Auto-P function, Shift paddles on steering wheel (with boost mode), Gear display with recommended gear in manual mode)
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Yes
Yes
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Luggage Hook and Net
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Additional Entertainment Features
Not Available
Burmester 3D surround sound system (15 high-quality speakers with 710 watt)
BMW Live Cockpit Plus (Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 10.25” Instrument Display, High-resolution 10.7” Control Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation function with real-time traffic information, Touch Functionality), Wireless Smartphone Integration, Comfort Access System with HiFi loudspeaker system by Harman Kardon with:(12 speakers and digital amplifier with Tweeter bezels in stainless steel with illuminated ‘Harman Kardon’ inscription), Bluetooth with audio streaming, handsfree and USB connectivity, BMW Connected Package Professional(Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote Software Upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant, MyModes)
Smart Entry
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
2 Zone
2 Zone
Memory Functions For Seat
Driver's Seat Only
Front
Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Not Available
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
Not Available
4
Not Available
No of Speakers
12
13
12
Adjustable Steering
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Android Auto
Wireless
Yes
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
Yes
Power Boot
Not Available
Yes
Yes
USB Ports
Yes
Yes
Yes
Additional Features
Not Available
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
18" M light alloy wheels Double-spoke,Individual roof rails in High-Gloss shadow line, Rain Sensor and automatic driving lights, Exterior mirror electric folding with automatic anti-dazzle, Adaptive LED Headlights(Daytime driving lights and position lights, Cornering light and turn indicators, Automatic headlight range control, High Beam Assistant, Light staging (welcome and goodbye)
No of Tweeter
No
No
No
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Power Windows Front
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Power Windows Rear
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Rear Window Washer
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Cupholders Rear
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Heated Seats
Front Only
Not Available
Not Available
Compass
Not Available
Yes
Yes
AC
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
No
Touchscreen Size
12.8 inch
Not Available
10.7
Lumbar Support
Yes
Yes
Yes
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes
Yes
Yes
Subwoofer
No
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Not Available
40:20:40 Split
40:20:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear ACVents
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
Not Available
No
No
Air Quality Control
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Hands Free Tailgate
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Memory Function Seats
Driver's Seat Only
Front
Driver's Seat Only
Active Noise Cancellation
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Paddle Shifters
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Yes
Voice Commands
Yes
Yes
Yes
Powered Seats
Front Only
Front Only
Front Only
Cooled Glovebox
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Push Ignition
Yes
Yes
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Yes
USB Auxiliary Input
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
Yes
GPS Navigation System
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Speakers Front
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Speakers Rear
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Yes
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Door Pockets
Not Available
Front Door
Not Available
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Not Available
Front Door
Not Available
Moon Roof
Not Available
Yes
Not Available

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
All Windows
Not Available
Not Available
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Yes
Yes
Anti Theft Device
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
Yes
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
Not Available
No
No
Speed Alert
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Fog Lights Front
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
SOS Emergency Assistance
Yes
Yes
Yes
Safety Airbags
Driver & Passenger, Front Side, Rear Side, Curtain
Not Available
Not Available
Airbags
9
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
9
7
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Not Available
Tyre pressure monitoring system, TIREFIT, Active Brake Assist, PRE-SAFE
Not Available
Global NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
Not Available
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear Wash Wiper
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear Camera
With Guidedlines
Not Available
With Guidedlines
Side Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Yes

Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Driver Attention Warning
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Adaptive High Beam Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Yes

Find My Car Location
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Real Time Vehicle Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Inbuilt Apps
Not Available
Not Available
BMW Connected
Over the Air (OTA) Updates
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Inbuilt Assistant
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
ECall And ICall
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
In Car Remote Control App
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Remote Ac On Off
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
Not Available
Not Available
Yes

rearLegroom
Not Available
357 mm
Not Available
frontLegroom
Not Available
295 mm
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  • Classy, yet, sporty styling, refined petrol and diesel engine options available, loaded tech package, luxurious interior styling
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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Which car is best between Audi Q3 vs Mercedes Benz C-Class?
Audi Q3 has out rated Mercedes-Benz C-Class on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper Audi Q3 vs Mercedes Benz C-Class?
The Audi Q3 is cheaper than Mercedes-Benz C-Class by ₹13.61 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Audi Q3 vs Mercedes Benz C-Class?
For the Zenith version, 1984 cc Petrol engine of Q3 produces 201.15bhp@4500-6000rpm of power and 320Nm@1500-4400rpm of torque. Whereas for the C 300 version, 1999 cc Petrol engine of C-Class produces 254.79bhp of power and 400Nm of torque

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