BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class
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Overview
| Specs Score | 60 / 100 | 71 / 100 Better Specs |
General
| Model | 3 Series | C-Class AMG C43 4Matic |
| Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Colors | Tanzanite Blue Metallic, Dravit Grey Metallic, Black Sapphire Metallic, Mineral White Metallic | Obsidian Black, Sodalite Blue, High-Tech Silver, Mojave Silver, Selenite Grey, MANUFAKTUR Opalite White Bright, MANUFAKTUR Patagonia Red Bright, Polar White, Graphite Grey, Spectral Blue, MANUFAKTUR Graphite Grey Magno |
| Warranty Details | 2 years, Unlimited Kms | 3 years, Unlimited Kms |
Engine and Transmission Details
| Engine Type | BMW TwinPower Turbo 6-Cylinder Engine | |
| Engine Displacement | 2998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Power | 150 kW | |
| Maximum Power | 368.78 bhp @ 5500-6500rpm | 670.51 bhp |
| Maximum Torque | 500 Nm @ 1900-5000rpm | 1020 Nm |
| Valves/Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic, Steptronic Sport | Automatic, Multi Clutch Transmission (MCT) |
| Manual Mode In Automatic | Yes | |
| Turbo Charger | Yes, Twin | Yes |
| Super Charge | No | |
| Gear Box | 8 Speed Automatic Gear Box | 9 Speed Automatic Gear Box |
| Drive Type | All Wheel Drive (AWD) | All Wheel Drive (AWD) |
| Overdrive | No | |
| Synchronizers | No | |
| Extra Features | M Sport Suspension, Variable Sport steering, xDrive - intelligent 4WD with Variable Torque Distribution, Servotronic Steering Assist | AMG Real Performance Sound |
Battery Details
| Battery | 4.84 kWh | |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | |
| Battery Features | Maximum 3.7kW AC Charging |
Performance Details
| Top Speed | 253 km/h | 280 km/h |
| Acceleration Details | 0 to 100 km/h in 4.4 Sec | 0 to 100 kmph in 3.4 sec |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Hybrid |
| ARAI Certified Mileage | 13.02 km/L | |
| E20 Fuel Compliant | No | |
| Emission Norm Compliance | Bharat Stage VI Phase 2 (BS VI 2.0) | Bharat Stage VI Phase 2 (BS VI 2.0) |
Suspension and Handling Details
| Front Suspension | M Adaptive Suspension | McPherson Struts with Adaptive Damping |
| Rear Suspension | M Adaptive Suspension | Four-Link Axle with Adaptive Damping |
| Shock Absorbers Type | Gas Pressure | |
| Steering Type | Electric | Electric |
| Adjustable Steering | Yes | Yes, Tilt, Telescopic |
| Brake Type | Disc (Front), Disc (Rear) | Disc (Front), Disc (Rear) |
| Turning Radius | 12.11 m | |
| Suspension And Handling Features | Elegance/Comfort Suspension |
Body Design Details
| Gross Weight | 2650 kg | |
| Kerb Weight | 1745 kg | 2165 kg |
| Length | 4709 mm | 4842 mm |
| Width | 1827 mm | 2033 mm |
| Height | 1442 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheel Base | 2865 mm | |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Tyre Size | Front 225/40 R19, Rear 255/35 R19 | 275/35 R20 |
| Spare Wheel | Yes | Yes |
| Number Of Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seater | 5 Seater |
| Boot Space | 480 L | 280 L |
Comfort and Convenience Details
| Engine Start/Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Engine Start | Yes | |
| Idle Start/Stop System | Yes, with Automatic Start/Stop Function | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control | Yes, 3 Zone with Rear Air Vents and Control | Yes, Dual Zone |
| Power Windows Front | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows Rear | Yes | Yes |
| One Touch Power Windows | All Windows | |
| Remote Boot Opener | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Boot Opener | Yes | Yes, with Hands Free Access |
| Low Fuel Warning Light | Yes | |
| Boot Light | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise Control | Yes, with Braking Function | Yes |
| Inbuilt Navigation System | Yes | Yes, Augmented Reality |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Modes | Comfort, Sport, Sport Plus, EcoPro | Eco, Comfort, Sport |
| Glove Box Cooling | Yes | |
| Voice Control | Yes | Yes, Hey Mercedes |
| Central Console Armrest | Yes, with Storage | Yes, with Integrated Ashtray, Leather Wrapped and Storage |
| Tailgate Ajar Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Shift Indicator | No | |
| Lane Change Indicator | Yes | |
| Autonomous Parking | Semi | |
| Power Outlet 12V | Front | Front & Rear |
| USB Charging Port Front | Yes | Yes, Type-C, Fast Charging |
| USB Charging Port Rear | Yes | Yes, Type-C, Fast Charging |
| Foldable Rear Seat | Yes, 40:20:40 Foldable Seat | Yes, 40:20:40 Foldable Seat |
| Seat Features | Memory Functions For Seat, Seat Lumbar Support | Heated Seats Front, Memory Functions For Seat, Seat Lumbar Support |
| Vanity Mirror | Yes | Driver & Passenger Side |
| Vanity Mirror Lights | Driver & Passenger Side | |
| Passenger Accessories | Cabin Light Front, Rear Reading Lamp, Rear Seat Headrest, Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest | Cabin Light Front, Rear Reading Lamp, Rear Seat Headrest, Reclining Rear Seats, Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest, Rear Windshield Curtain |
| Driver Rear View Monitor (DRVM) | Yes | |
| Adjustable Headrest | Front, Rear, Rear-Middle | Front, Rear-Middle, Rear |
| Bottle Holder | Front, Rear | |
| Cup Holder | Front Centre, Rear | Front Centre, Rear |
| Dead Pedal | Yes | |
| Steering Features | 2-Spoke, Leather Wrapped, Paddle Shifters, Newly Designed Steering Wheel with a Red Centre Marker at the 12 O’clock Position | 3-Spoke, Flat Bottom, Paddle Shifters, AMG Steering Wheel Buttons, Memory Function, Nappa Leather Wrapped |
| Extra Features | Comfort Seats, Sun Blind Mechanical in Rear Windows, Roller Sunblinds in Left Aand Right Rear Doors |
Styling Features
| ORVM Color | Body Colored | Black |
| Bumper Color | Body Colored | Body Colored |
| Flush Door Handles | No | |
| Door Handle Color | Body Colored | Body Colored |
| Interior Door Handle Finish | Chrome | Chrome |
| Front Grille Design | Active Air Stream Kidney Grille | Radiator Grille with Mercedes-Benz Pattern With Pins In High-gloss Black |
| Exterior Style | Single Tone | |
| Dashboard Style | Dual Tone, Metal Structure Trim Element | |
| Styling Features | M Sport Differential with Red Calipers, M Sport Brakes, M Sport Exhaust, Exterior Equipment (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, Individual Trim Finisher in Carbon Fibre | Floor Mats In Black With AMG Lettering, Nappa Leather Wrapped Instrument Panel and Beltlines, Red Seat Belts, Roof Liner in Black Fabric |
Features
| Steering Mounted Controls | Audio, Voice, Video | Audio, Voice, MID, Cruise, Limiter |
| Alloy Wheels | Yes, Jet Black Alloy Wheels in 995M Styling with Red M Sport Brakes Calipers | Yes |
| Other Features | Launch Control Function, Parking Assistant (Lateral Parking, Reversing Assistant), CO2 Emission 182 g/km, |
Safety Features
| Anti Lock Braking System (ABS) | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) | Yes | Yes |
| Speed-Sense Auto Door Lock | Yes | |
| Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) | Yes | |
| Impact-Sense Auto Door Unlock | Yes | |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Alarm | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Speed Limit Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Overspeed Warning | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mount | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | Yes | Yes |
| Crash Sensor | Yes | |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | |
| Anti-Pinch Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| IRVM Type | Auto Dimming | Auto Dimming |
| Heads-Up Display (HUD) | Yes | |
| Engine Immobilizer | Yes | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Device | Yes | |
| Parking Sensors | Rear, Front | Front, Rear |
| Impact Beams | Side Impact Beams, Front Impact Beams | |
| Number Of Airbags | 6 | 7 |
| Airbags | Passenger, Driver, Side, Curtain | Driver, Passenger, Side, Knee, Curtain |
| Seat Belts | Rear Seat Belts, Rear Middle Seat Belt, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts | Rear Seat Belts, Rear Middle Seat Belt, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts |
| Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelt | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Control | Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Traction Control, Hill Start Assist | Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Traction Control, Hill Start Assist |
| Electric Parking Brake (EPB) | Yes, with Auto Hold | |
| Door Lock | Central Locking, Child Safety Locks | Central Locking, Child Safety Locks |
| Headlamps | LED Headlamps, Automatic Headlamps, Follow Me Home Headlamps | LED Headlamps, Automatic Headlamps, Follow Me Home Headlamps |
| Projector Headlamps | Yes, Digital LED Lights | |
| Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) | Yes | Yes, LED DRLs |
| High Beam Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Dynamic Guidelines | Yes, with Dynamic Guidelines |
| 360° View Camera | Yes, with Surround View | Yes |
| Advanced Safety Features | Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Runflat Tyres with Reinforced Side Walls, Three-point Seat Belts for all Seats, Warning Triangle with First-Aid Kit | Fingerprint Scanner |
| Extra Features | BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system) | Auto Dimming ORVM, Tirefit, Tyre Change Tool-kit, Under-body Protection (Skid Plate) |
Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) Features
| Blind Spot Monitor | Yes | |
| Adaptive Light Control | Yes | |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes, Pedestrians, Cyclist | |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | |
| Glare Free High Beam and Pixel Light | Yes | |
| Additional ADAS Features | Turning Manoeuvre Function |
Interior Features
| Air Conditioner | Yes | Yes |
| Heater | Yes | Yes |
| Instrument Cluster | 12.3 inches, Digital | 12.3 inches, Digital |
| Multi Information Display (MID) | LCD Color Display with a resolution of 2,400 x 900 pixels | |
| Tachometer | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Odometer | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Multi Trip Meter | Yes | Yes |
| Glove Compartment | Yes, with Cooling | Yes |
| Lighting | Ambient Lighting with Welcome Light Carpet | Ambient Lighting with Projection of Brand Logo, Ambient LED Lighting in 64 Colors and 10 Color Themes |
| Outside Temperature Display | Yes | Yes |
| Adjustable Seats | Electric Adjustable Seats, Electric Height Adjustable Driving Seat | Electric Adjustable Seats, Electric Height Adjustable Driving Seat |
| Seats Features | Ventilated Front Seats | |
| Seat Upholstery | Alcantara Sensatec Combination Black | Leatherette, ARTICO Man-made Leather Microcut Microfibre AMG Black |
| Extra Features | BMW Individual Headliner Anthracite, Floor Mats in Velour, M Seat Belts, Multifunction M Sport Leather Steering Wheel, Through Loading System, Sport Seats for Driver and Front Passenger, Storage Compartment Package | AMG Carbon-fibre Trim, AMG Illuminated Door Sills With "AMG" Lettering and with Exchangeable Cover |
Exterior Features
| Adjustable Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | Yes | |
| Tail Lights | LED | LED |
| Brake Lights | LED | |
| High Mount Stop Lamp | Yes | |
| Wheel Design | Alloy, M Light Alloy Wheels Double-Spoke Style 791 M in Bicolour with Mixed Tyres | Alloy, AMG Cross Spoke-Forged High Gloss Black Alloys |
| Smoke Tinted Headlamps | Yes | |
| Lighting | Adaptive LED Headlights (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-ZBeam Assistant, Accent Lighting with Turn Indicators), Shadow Line Lights, Rain Sensor and Automatic Driving Lights | Puddle Lamps with "AMG" Logo Projection |
| Defoggers | Front Window Defogger, Rear Window Defogger | Front Window Defogger, Rear Window Defogger |
| Rain Sensing Wiper | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Folding ORVM | Yes, with Auto Fold | Yes, with Auto Fold |
| Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM) | ORVM Turn Indicators, Electrically Adjustable ORVM, Heated ORVM | ORVM Turn Indicators, Electrically Adjustable ORVM |
| Roof Features | Roof Rail | |
| Sunroof | Yes, Electric | Panoramic |
| Body Design | Chrome Garnish, Rear Spoiler, Tinted Glass | Chrome Garnish, Rear Spoiler, Tinted Glass |
| Extra Features | M Sport Brakes with Red Calipers, M Sport Exhaust, 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 Contents | AMG Bodystyling, |
Connectivity
| Wifi | Yes | |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| USB Input Port | Yes | Yes |
| Auxiliary Input Port | Yes | |
| Android Auto | Yes, Wireless | Yes, Wireless |
| Apple Carplay | Yes, Wireless | Yes, Wireless |
| Wireless Charging | Yes |
Connected Car Technology
| Connected Car Tech | Yes, MB Connect | |
| Internet Connectivity | Yes, 4G | |
| Geofence | Yes | |
| Remote Vehicle Tracking | Yes | |
| Remote Vehicle Status | Yes | |
| Remote AC Start | Yes | |
| App To Car Connectivity | Yes | |
| Door Lock Via APP | Yes | |
| Door Unlock Via APP | Yes | |
| Emergency SOS Alert | Yes | |
| Other Connected Car Features | BMW Connected Package Professional (Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote Software Upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant), Comfort Access with Digital Key | Vehicle Finder (enables horn and light flashing), Windows/sunroof open close from App |
Infotainment Features
| Touch Screen | Yes | Yes |
| Display Size | 14.9 inches | 11.9 inches |
| Audio System Remote Control | Yes | |
| Speakers Brand | Harman Kardon | Burmester |
| Front Speakers | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Speakers | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers Count | 16 | 15 |
| Media Player | Radio, Integrated 2Din Audio | |
| Infotainment Features | Wireless Smartphone Integration, Harman Kardon Surround Sound (464 W), BMW Live Cockpit Professional (Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 12.3” Instrument Display, High-Resolution (1920x720 Pixels) 14.9” Control 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, Voice Control) | 1624 x 1728 pixels, Tilted Towards Driver Central Screen, Hard-Disc Navigation, Burmester 3D Surround Sound System with 710 Watts RMS, Sound Personalization |
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