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BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes Benz C Class

BMW 3 Series Price starts at Rs. 69.20 Lakh which is Rs. 9.20 Lakh costlier than base model of Mercedes-Benz C-Class priced at Rs. 60.00 Lakh. The claimed mileage of BMW 3 Series (Petrol Model) is 13.02 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Mercedes-Benz C-Class (Diesel Model) is 23 Kmpl. In technical specifications, BMW 3 Series (Top Model) is powered by 2998 cc engine , while Mercedes-Benz C-Class (Top Model) is powered by 1993 cc engine. The Comparison BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 200 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes Benz C Class Summary

Basic Info 3 Series M340i xDriveC-Class C 300d
Rating
3 reviews
16 reviews
Brand Name BMW Mercedes Benz
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 69.20 Lakh View On Road Price Rs. 66.00 Lakh View On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2998 cc 1993 cc
Body Type Convertible,Sedan SedanAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm 261.49bhp@4200rpm
No Of Cylinders 6 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gear Box 8 Speed Steptronic 9G TRONIC
Drive Type 4WD ...
Colors
3 Series Colors
C-Class Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 13.02 Kmpl ...
Tyre Size F225/40R19, R255/35R19 ...
Boot Space ... 540 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Insurance Rs. 2.94 Lakh 3 Series Insurance Rs. 2.82 Lakh C-Class Insurance

Engine Type
...
OM654M
Engine Displacement
2998 cc
1993 cc
Battery Capacity
...
48 V
Max Power
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
261.49bhp@4200rpm
Max Torque
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
550Nm@1800-2200rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI
BS VI
No Of Cylinders
6
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gear Box
8 Speed Steptronic
9G TRONIC
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
...
Paddle Shift
...
Fuel Supply System
...
ISG
Kerb Weight
1745 Kg
1675 Kg
Turbo Charger
Twin
yes
Mild Hybrid
Fast Charging

Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
0-100 kmph
4.4 Sec
5.7 Sec
Top Speed
...
250 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
13.02 Kmpl
...

Suspension Front
M Sport Suspensio
Adaptive Damping System
Suspension Rear
M Sport Suspensio
Adaptive Damping System
Brakes Front
ventilated Disc
...
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
...
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
...
Alloy Wheel Size
19
18
Tyre Type
Run flat Radial
Tubeless,Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
Ventilated Seats
...
Additional Interior Features
BMW Individual Headliner Anthracite, Electrical seat adjustment for driver and passenger with memory function for drive, Floor mats in Velour, Front armrest with storage compartment, Interior mirrors with automatic anti-dazzle function, Ambient lighting with Welcome Light Carpet, Through loading system, Sport seats for driver and front passenger, Storage compartment package, Individual trim finisher in Carbon Fibre, Alcantara Sensatec combination Black, contrast stitching Blue
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)
Leather Seats
Rear Seat Headrest
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
4
5
Boot Space
...
540 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Lighting
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Rain Sensing Driving Lights,Cornering Headlights,LED Tail lamps
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
Trunk Opener
...
Smart
Additional Exterior Features
Front ornamental grille frame and nuggets in High Gloss Black, Exterior air inlets in front bumper with embellishers in High Gloss Black, M Exterior mirror caps in High Gloss Black, Model designations and M badges, Tailpipe finishers in Black Chrome, M Aerodynamics Package, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended, Heat Protection Glazing contents, Acoustic Glazing on front windscreen, Adaptive LED Headlight ( Bi-level LED lights with low-beam and high-beam, ‘Inverted L'arranged daytime running lights and LED cornering lights, BMW Selective Beam, the dazzle-free high-beam assistant, Accent lighting with turn indicators, M Sport Exhaust, M Sport Brakes, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended contents, BMW Secure Advance includes Tyres, Alloys, Engine Secure, Key Lost Assistance and Golf Hole-in-O
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
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
...
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
4709*1827*1442 mm3
4793*2033*1446 mm3
Wheelbase
...
2865 mm

Connectivity
Android Auto,Apple CarPlay,
...
Addtional Comfort Features
Launch Control Function, BMW Connected Package Professional(Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant), Comfort access with Digital Key plus, M Sport Suspension, Variable Sport steering, intelligent 4WD with variable torque distribution, Servotronic Steering Assist, M Sport Differential
...
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Available
Available
Tailgate Ajar
Gear Shift Indicator
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Additional Entertainment Features
Wireless Smartphone Integration, Harman Kardon Surround Sound, Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 12.3” (31.2 cm) Instrument Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets,Navigation function with RTTI and 3D maps, Touch functionality, iDrive Touch with handwriting recognition and direct access buttons, Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant
Burmester 3D surround sound system (15 high-quality speakers with 710 watt)
Memory Functions For Seat
...
Front
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
4
4
No of Speakers
16
13
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
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
Touch Screen size
14.9
...
Adjustable Front Passenger Seat
Lumbar Support
Folding Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
40:20:40 Split
Rear Seat Center Armrest
...
Tachometer
Dual Trip Meter
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
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
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front Door
Sun Roof
Moon Roof

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Knee Airbags
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Head-Up Display
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Hill Assist
...
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Crash Sensor
Airbags
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Seat Belts
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
No of Airbags
8
...
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Cruise Control with Braking Function, Parking Assistant( Lateral Parking, Reversing Assistant, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille, Automatic Start/Stop function, Brake Energy Regeneration, BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system), Cornering Brake Control, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Emergency Spare Wheel, Runflat tyres with reinforced side walls, Warning triangle with first-aid kit, Three-point seat belts for all seats, including pyrotechnic belt tensioners in the front with belt force limiters
Tyre pressure monitoring system, TIREFIT, Active Brake Assist, PRE-SAFE
Child Safety Lock
Rear Defogger

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

  • Classy cabin experience will wow you at standstill. The added backseat space
  • cushy suspension and quiet cabin will establish its luxury quotient on the go.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

  • Enthusiasts will find the 9GTronic gearbox to be a hindrance. Buyers will wish for a few more creature comforts
  • like ventilated front seats and conveniently located USB charging ports for the second row.
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3 Series and C-Class Competitors

3 Series Vs C-Class Comparison FAQs

Which car is cheaper 3 Series vs C-Class?

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is cheaper than BMW 3 Series by Rs. 3.20 Lakh.

Which car offers better performance 3 Series vs C-Class?

For the M340i xDrive version, 2998 cc Petrol engine of 3 Series produces 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm of power and 500Nm@1900-5000rpm 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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