BMW 5 Series vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class

BMW 5 Series Price starts at Rs. 72.90 Lakh which is Rs. 11.05 Lakh costlier than base model of Mercedes-Benz C-Class priced at Rs. 61.85 Lakh. The claimed mileage of BMW 5 Series (Petrol Model) is 15.7 kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Mercedes-Benz C-Class (Diesel Model) is 23 Kmpl. In technical specifications, BMW 5 Series (Top Model) is powered by 1998 cc engine , while Mercedes-Benz C-Class (Top Model) is powered by 1993 cc engine. The Comparison BMW 5 Series 530Li vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

5 Series vs C-Class

Key Highlights 5 Series 530LiC-Class C 300
Engine Type ... Petrol Mild Hybrid
Max Power 255bhp@4500rpm 254.79bhp
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Basic Info BMW 5 Series 530LiMercedes Benz C-Class C 300
Rating
13 reviews
52 reviews
Brand Name BMW Mercedes Benz
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 72.90 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 69.00 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 1998 cc 1999 cc
Body Type SedanAll Sedan Cars Sedan,Luxury,HybridsAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 255bhp@4500rpm 254.79bhp
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox ... 9-Speed
Drive Type RWD RWD
Colors
BMW 5 Series Colors
Mercedes Benz C-Class Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Boot Space ... 455 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control ... Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 1,41,021 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,33,477 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 3.10 Lakh 5 Series Insurance Rs. 2.95 Lakh C-Class Insurance
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Engine Type
...
Petrol Mild Hybrid
Engine Displacement
1998 cc
1999 cc
Battery Capacity
...
48 kWh
Max Power
255bhp@4500rpm
254.79bhp
Max Torque
400Nm@1600rpm
400Nm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
...
9-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
RWD
RWD
Kerb Weight
...
1675 Kg
Mild Hybrid
Fast Charging
...

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
0-100 kmph
...
5.7 Sec
Fuel Capacity
...
66 Liters
Top Speed
...
250 Km/h
Mileage (City)
10.9 kmpl
...
Mileage (Highway)
15.7 kmpl
15 kmpl
Secondary Fuel Type
...
Electric(Battery)

Suspension Front
...
Suspension Rear
...
Brakes Front
Disc
...
Brakes Rear
Disc
...
Steering Type
Power
...
Tyre Type
...
Tubeless,Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
Ventilated Seats
...
Additional Interior Features
...
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)
Rear Seat Headrest
...
Digital Cluster
...
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
...
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
4
4
Boot Space
...
455 Liters

Alloy Wheels
...
Trunk Opener
...
Smart
Additional Exterior Features
...
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
...
Length*Width*Height
5165*2156*1518 mm3
4751*1820*1437 mm3
Wheelbase
3105 mm
2636 mm

USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
...
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Gear Shift Indicator
...
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Additional Entertainment Features
...
Burmester 3D surround sound system (15 high-quality speakers with 710 watt)
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
2 Zone
Memory Functions For Seat
...
Front
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
...
4
No of Speakers
...
13
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
Lumbar Support
...
Wireless Phone Charging
...
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
...
40:20:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
...
Rear ACVents
...
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
...
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
Memory Function Seats
...
Front
Active Noise Cancellation
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Adjustable Headrest
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
Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front Door
12V Power Outlets
...
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front Door
Moon Roof
...

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
...
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Airbags
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
8
7
Brake Assist (BA)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
...
Tyre pressure monitoring system, TIREFIT, Active Brake Assist, PRE-SAFE
Child Safety Lock
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
...
Rear Camera
3
...

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 5 Series?

100% users have chosen Mercedes-Benz C-Class over BMW 5 Series in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 86 users have also rated Mercedes-Benz C-Class and BMW 5 Series on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
BMW 5 Series has out rated Mercedes-Benz C-Class on all the rating factors.
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 5 Series C-Class
Comfort 4.4 5.0
Safety 4.5 5.0
Features 4.6 5.0
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Which car is best between BMW 5 Series vs Mercedes Benz C-Class?
BMW 5 Series has out rated Mercedes-Benz C-Class on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper BMW 5 Series vs Mercedes Benz C-Class?
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is cheaper than BMW 5 Series by Rs. 3.90 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance BMW 5 Series vs Mercedes Benz C-Class?
For the 530Li version, 1998 cc Petrol engine of 5 Series produces 255bhp@4500rpm of power and 400Nm@1600rpm 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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