BMW X3 vs Mercedes-Benz AMG C43

Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 Price starts at Rs. 98.25 Lakh which is Rs. 10.55 Lakh costlier than base model of BMW X3 priced at Rs. 87.70 Lakh. The claimed mileage of BMW X3 (Diesel Model) is 16.55 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 (Petrol Model) is 10 kmpl. In technical specifications, BMW X3 (Top Model) is powered by 1995 cc engine , while Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 (Top Model) is powered by 1991 cc engine. The Comparison BMW X3 xDrive M40i vs Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 4Matic can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

X3 vs AMG C43

Key Highlights X3 xDrive M40iAMG C43 4Matic
Engine Type B58 Turbocharged I6 2.0L M139l
Max Power 355.37bhp@5200-6500rpm 402.30bhp@6750rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 16.35 Kmpl ...

X3 vs AMG C43 Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW X3 xDrive M40iMercedes Benz AMG C43 4Matic
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Brand Name BMW Mercedes Benz
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 87.70 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 98.25 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 2998 cc 1991 cc
Body Type SUV,LuxuryAll SUV Cars Sedan,LuxuryAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 355.37bhp@5200-6500rpm 402.30bhp@6750rpm
No Of Cylinders 6 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed 9-Speed TRONIC AT
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Colors
BMW X3 Colors
Mercedes Benz AMG C43 Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 16.35 Kmpl ...
Tyre Size 245/45 R20 ...
Boot Space 550 Liters 435 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 1,69,651 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,90,060 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 3.67 Lakh X3 Insurance Rs. 4.08 Lakh AMG C43 Insurance
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Engine Type
B58 Turbocharged I6
2.0L M139l
Engine Displacement
2998 cc
1991 cc
Max Power
355.37bhp@5200-6500rpm
402.30bhp@6750rpm
Max Torque
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
500Nm@5500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
6
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed
9-Speed TRONIC AT
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
AWD
Paddle Shift
Kerb Weight
1670 Kg
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Turbo Charger
Twin

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
0-100 kmph
4.9 Sec
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Fuel Capacity
65 Liters
66 Liters
Top Speed
250 Km/h
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Mileage (ARAI)
16.35 Kmpl
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Mileage (Highway)
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10 kmpl

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
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Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
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Steering Type
Electric
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Tyre Size
245/45 R20
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Tyre Type
Tubeless, Radial
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Dual Tone Dashboard
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Additional Interior Features
Acoustic comfort glazing, Ambient light with 6 pre-defined selectable light designs in various colours with contour and mood lighting- additionally with Welcome Light Carpet, Floor mats in velour, M leather steering wheel, Roller sunblind for rear-side windows, mechanical, M Seat belts, Galvanic embellish in chrome for controls, Instrument panel in Sensatec, Storage Compartment package and storage nets behind the front seat backrests
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Leather Seats
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Rear Seat Headrest
4
Digital Cluster
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Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
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Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
550 Liters
435 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Trunk Opener
Smart
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Additional Exterior Features
Entry sills with M model inscription, Entry sills with M model inscription, M-specific pedals, M exterior designation on front side panel (left and right), Instrument cluster with M-specific display, M radio remote control with clasp in blue, Tailpipe finishers in black chrome, Accent lighting with turn indicators, low and high-beam in LED Technology, Hexagonally shaped daytime running lights and two-part LED tail lights, High-beam assist, Rain sensor and automatic driving light mirror, Panorama glass roof, Roof rails and exterior lines black high gloss, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille
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Roof Rails
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Length*Width*Height
4716*1897*1669 mm3
4791*2033*1450 mm3
Wheelbase
2500 mm
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Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
including Automatic Hold Function, Servotronic assistance at all speed ranges, Cruise Control with braking function, BMW Driving Experience Control (Modes: ECOPRO, COMFORT, SPORT, SPORT PLUS), Increased sportiness without compromise to driving comfort thanks to electronically controlled dampers with individual control for each wheel, Variable torque split at the rear wheels with Automatic differential locks (ADB-X), Automatic air-conditioning 3-zone with digital display, Seat adjustment electrical driver and passenger with memory function for driver, Automatic Start/Stop function, Brake Energy Regeneratio
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USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Available
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Luggage Hook and Net
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Battery Saver
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Additional Entertainment Features
Wireless Smartphone Integration, Harman Kardon Surround Sound system, Gesture Control, Surround view camera with 3D view, BMW Live Cockpit Professional 12.3” Instrument Display, High-resolution 12.3” Control Display, BMW Operating System 7.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation function with 3D maps, Touch functionality, iDrive Touch Controller with turn and press function, BMW Virtual Assistant
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Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Front
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One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
All
Drive Modes
4
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Rear Entertainment System
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AC
Rear AC Ducts
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Heater
Power Steering
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
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Adjustable Driver Seat
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Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Lumbar Support
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Wireless Phone Charging
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Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
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Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
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Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
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Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
Dual Trip Meter
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Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
Front
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Active Noise Cancellation
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Low Fuel Warning Lamp
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Adjustable Headrest
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Clock
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Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
DVD Playback
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Touch-screen Display
GPS Navigation System
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Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Follow me home headlamps
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Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Front Cupholders
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Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
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Panoramic

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
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Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Knee Airbags
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2
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
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Day/Night Rearview Mirror
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Hill Descent Control
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
360 View Camera
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Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
7
Brake Assist (BA)
Traction Control System (TCS)
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
xDrive - intelligent 4WD with variable torque dstribution, Interior rear-view mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function, Automatic parking function for passenger side exterior mirror, Intelligent Light Weight Construction with 50:50 load distribution, Head airbags front and rear, BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system), Cornering Brake Control, Dynamic Stability Control including Dynamic Traction Control, Electric parking brake with auto hold function, Run-Flat Tyres with reinforced side walls, Three-point seat belts at all seats, including pyrotechnic belt tensioners and belt force limiters in the front
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Global NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
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Child Safety Lock
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Front
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Rear Wash Wiper
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Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
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Rear Camera
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Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Mercedes-Benz AMG C43
  • Feels friendly to drive
  • just like a normal C-Class Livable ride quality and can be used as a daily driver
  • luxurious cabin experience
  • spacious for four people and has a decent boot
Mercedes-Benz AMG C43
  • Plastic quality at certain places could’ve been better
  • You need to ring the 2-litre petrol engine hard to dial up the excitement
  • rivals offer the same or even better experience at a lower price point
  • space saver eats into boot space
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BMW X3 Vs Mercedes Benz AMG C43 FAQs

Which car is cheaper BMW X3 vs Mercedes Benz AMG C43?
The BMW X3 is cheaper than Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 by Rs. 10.55 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance BMW X3 vs Mercedes Benz AMG C43?
For the xDrive M40i version, 2998 cc Petrol engine of X3 produces 355.37bhp@5200-6500rpm of power and 500Nm@1900-5000rpm of torque. Whereas for the 4Matic version, 1991 cc Petrol engine of AMG C43 produces 402.30bhp@6750rpm of power and 500Nm@5500rpm of torque

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