BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class

BMW 3 Series Price starts at Rs. 74.90 Lakh which is Rs. 13.05 Lakh costlier than base model of Mercedes-Benz C-Class priced at Rs. 61.85 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 300 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

3 Series vs C-Class

Key Highlights 3 Series M340i xDriveC-Class C 300
Engine Type B58 Turbocharged I6 Petrol Mild Hybrid
Max Power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm 254.79bhp
Mileage (ARAI) 13.02 Kmpl ...
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Basic Info BMW 3 Series M340i xDriveMercedes Benz C-Class C 300
Rating
45 reviews
57 reviews
Brand Name BMW Mercedes Benz
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 74.90 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 69.00 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 2998 cc 1999 cc
Body Type Sedan,Luxury,SUVAll Sedan Cars Sedan,Luxury,HybridsAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm 254.79bhp
No Of Cylinders 6 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed Steptronic 9-Speed
Drive Type 4WD RWD
Colors
BMW 3 Series Colors
Mercedes Benz C-Class Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 13.02 Kmpl ...
Tyre Size F225/40R19, R255/35R19 ...
Boot Space 480 Liters 455 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 1,44,890 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,33,477 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 3.18 Lakh 3 Series Insurance Rs. 2.95 Lakh C-Class Insurance
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Engine Type
B58 Turbocharged I6
Petrol Mild Hybrid
Engine Displacement
2998 cc
1999 cc
Battery Capacity
...
48 kWh
Max Power
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
254.79bhp
Max Torque
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
400Nm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
6
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed Steptronic
9-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
RWD
Paddle Shift
...
Kerb Weight
1745 Kg
1675 Kg
Turbo Charger
Twin
...
Mild Hybrid
Fast Charging
...

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
0-100 kmph
4.4 Sec
5.7 Sec
Fuel Capacity
59 Liters
66 Liters
Top Speed
253 Km/h
250 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
13.02 Kmpl
...
Mileage (Highway)
...
15 kmpl
Secondary Fuel Type
...
Electric(Battery)

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
Brakes Front
ventilated Disc
...
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
...
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
...
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
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
4
4
Boot Space
480 Liters
455 Liters

Alloy Wheels
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
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
...
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
4709*1827*1442 mm3
4751*1820*1437 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
2636 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 Warning
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)
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
2 Zone
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
Lumbar Support
Wireless Phone Charging
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
40:20:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
...
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Dual Trip Meter
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
...
Memory Function Seats
...
Front
Active Noise Cancellation
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Adjustable Headrest
Clock
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
Touch-screen Display
GPS Navigation System
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front Door
Moon Roof

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Hill Assist
...
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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
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
Global NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
...
Child Safety Lock
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger

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

Is Mercedes-Benz C-Class Better Than BMW 3 Series?

66% users have chosen Mercedes-Benz C-Class over BMW 3 Series in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 131 users have also rated Mercedes-Benz C-Class and BMW 3 Series on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
BMW 3 Series is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety. On the basis of features user have rated both the cars equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor 3 Series C-Class
Mileage 3.9 4.2
Performance 4.5 4.6
Comfort 4.4 4.6
Maintenance 3.1 3.4
Safety 4.5 4.6
Features 4.6 4.6
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Which car is best between BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes Benz C-Class?
As per the users experiences BMW 3 Series is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety in your car. On the basis of features user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes Benz C-Class?
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is cheaper than BMW 3 Series by Rs. 5.90 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes Benz 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 300 version, 1999 cc Petrol engine of C-Class produces 254.79bhp of power and 400Nm of torque
As per the users experiences the BMW 3 Series has better performance.

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