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    Mercedes-Benz C-Class [2011-2014] vs BMW 3 Series [2012-2016]

    CarWale brings you comparison of Mercedes-Benz C-Class [2011-2014] and BMW 3 Series [2012-2016]. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class [2011-2014] price is Rs. 32.07 Lakh and BMW 3 Series [2012-2016] price is Rs. 34.63 Lakh. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class [2011-2014] is available in 1796 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and BMW 3 Series [2012-2016] is available in 1995 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel. C-Class [2011-2014] provides the mileage of 10.96 kmpl and 3 Series [2012-2016] provides the mileage of 18.88 kmpl.

    C-Class [2011-2014] vs 3 Series [2012-2016] Comparison Overview

    Key HighlightsC-Class [2011-2014] 3 Series [2012-2016]
    PriceRs. 32.07 LakhRs. 34.63 Lakh
    Engine Capacity1796 cc1995 cc
    Power186 bhp184 bhp
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
    Fuel TypePetrolDiesel
    Mercedes-Benz C-Class [2011-2014]
    Rs. 32.07 Lakh
    Last Recorded Price
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    BMW 3 Series [2012-2016]
    Rs. 34.63 Lakh
    Last Recorded Price
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            Specifications and Finance

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            • Engine & Transmission
              Engine
              1796 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder1995 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
              Engine Type
              BlueEFFICIENCY 4 cylinder inline petrol engineBMW TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder diesel engine
              Fuel Type
              PetrolDiesel
              Max Power (bhp@rpm)
              186 bhp @ 5600 rpm184 bhp @ 4000 rpm
              Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
              285 Nm @ 4000 rpm380 Nm @ 1750 rpm
              Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)
              10.96View Mileage Details18.88View Mileage Details
              Drivetrain
              RWDRWD
              Transmission
              Automatic - 7 GearsAutomatic - 8 Gears, Manual Override, Sport Mode
              Turbocharger / Supercharger
              Turbocharged
              OthersIdle Start/Stop
            • Dimensions & Weight
              Length (mm)
              45964624
              Width (mm)
              17702031
              Height (mm)
              14471429
              Wheelbase (mm)
              29602810
              Ground Clearance (mm)
              157
              Kerb Weight (kg)
              15851585
            • Capacity
              Doors (Doors)
              44
              Seating Capacity (Person)
              55
              No of Rows (Rows)
              22
              Bootspace (litres)
              475480
              Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)
              6660
            • Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres
              Front Suspension
              AGILITY CONTROL suspension with selective damping system
              Rear Suspension
              AGILITY CONTROL suspension with selective damping system
              Front Brake Type
              DiscDisc
              Rear Brake Type
              DiscDisc
              Minimum Turning Radius (metres)
              5.42
              Steering Type
              Power assisted (Hydraulic)
              Wheels
              Alloy Wheels
              Spare Wheel
              AlloyAlloy
              Front Tyres
              225 / 45 R17225 / 55 R16
              Rear Tyres
              225 / 45 R17225 / 55 R16

            Features

            • Safety
              Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
              Child Seat Anchor Points
              Seat Belt Warning
            • Braking & Traction
              Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
              Brake Assist (BA)
              Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
              Hill Hold Control
              Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
              Hill Descent Control
            • Locks & Security
              Engine Immobiliser
              Central Locking
              RemoteRemote
              Speed Sensing Door Lock
              Child Safety Lock
            • Comfort & Convenience
              Air Conditioner
              Yes (Automatic Climate Control)Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)
              Front ACTwo Zones
              Heater
              Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
              Co-Driver Only
              Anti-glare Mirrors
              Electronic - All
              Parking Sensors
              Rear
              Cruise Control
              Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
              Keyless Start/ Button Start
              Steering Adjustment
              Tilt & TelescopicTilt & Telescopic
              12V Power Outlets
              1
            • Seats & Upholstery
              Seat Upholstery
              LeatherFabric
              Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
              Rear Passenger Seat TypeBench
              Interiors
              Single Tone
              Interior Colours
              Black
              Rear Armrest
              Front Seatback Pockets
              Headrests
              Front & RearFront & Rear
            • Storage
              Cup HoldersFront & RearFront & Rear
              Driver Armrest Storage
              Sunglass Holder
            • Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
              ORVM Colour
              Body Coloured
              Power Windows
              Front & RearFront & Rear
              One Touch Down
              All
              One Touch Up
              All
              Adjustable ORVMs
              Electrically Adjustable & RetractableElectrically Adjustable & Retractable
              Turn Indicators on ORVMs
              Rear Wiper
              Exterior Door HandlesBody ColouredBody Coloured
              Rain-sensing Wipers
              Interior Door HandlesChrome
              Door PocketsFront & Rear
              Side Window Blinds
              Rear - Manual
              Bootlid Opener
              Internal with RemoteInternal with Remote
              Rear Windshield Blind
              Electric
            • Exterior
              Sunroof / Moonroof
              Electrically Adjustable
              Roof-mounted Antenna
              Body-coloured Bumpers
            • Lighting
              HeadlightsProjector with XenonHalogen
              Automatic Headlamps
              Taillights
              Halogen
              Cabin LampsFront and Rear
              Light on Vanity Mirrors
              Co-Driver Only
              Rear Reading Lamp
              Headlight Height Adjuster
            • Instrumentation
              Instrument Cluster
              Analogue
              Trip MeterMulti-Function Display
              Average Fuel Consumption
              Average Speed
              Distance to Empty
              ClockDigitalDigital
              Low Fuel Level Warning
              Door Ajar Warning
              Adjustable Cluster Brightness
              Gear Indicator
              Shift Indicator
              Dynamic
              Tachometer
              Analogue
            • Entertainment, Information & Communication
              Display
              LCD Display
              Integrated (in-dash) Music System
              Speakers
              66
              Steering-mounted controls
              Voice Command
              Bluetooth Compatibility
              PhonePhone
              AUX Compatibility
              AM/FM Radio
              USB Compatibility
              Head Unit Size
              2 Din2 Din
              iPod Compatibility
            • Manufacturer Warranty
              Warranty (In Years)
              22
              Warranty (In Kilometres)
              UnlimitedUnlimited

            Colours

            Obsidian Black
            Black
            Palladium Silver
            Impherial Blue Brilliant Effect
            Calcite White
            Black Sapphire
            Sparkling Bronze
            Mineral Grey
            Havanna
            Liquid Blue
            Melbourne Red
            Galcier Silver
            Orion Silver
            Mineral White
            Alpine White

            User Reviews

            Overall Rating

            4.5/5

            2 Ratings

            3.7/5

            6 Ratings

            Rating Parameters

            5.0Exterior

            4.7Exterior

            3.0Comfort

            3.7Comfort

            5.0Performance

            4.2Performance

            3.0Fuel Economy

            3.8Fuel Economy

            4.0Value for Money

            4.0Value for Money

            Most Helpful Review

            Peronal drive

            <p><strong>Exterior</strong>&nbsp;Classy looks great edges with panormic sunroof.</p> <p><strong>Interior (Features, Space &amp; Comfort)</strong>&nbsp;Front seats comfortable &nbsp;as accepted good for perosnal use but its not a family car if a person wants to use it for its personal use like going for office alone then it is a superb car.many more features like bluetooth compatibility seat adjustment on door which makes it very much easier to adjust the seats.</p> <p><strong>Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox</strong>&nbsp;Great performance, 0-100 in 7 seconds top speed 210 km/hr driver by myself.</p> <p><strong>Ride Quality &amp; Handling</strong>&nbsp;Amazing rides qulaity is amazing each part of the car is of good quality amazing leather seats one touch back curtain.</p> <p><strong>Final Words</strong>&nbsp;Classy benz with killer looks and performance . Specially white colour suits the car most because of its black panaromic sunroof also gives warning to check tyre pressure.</p> <p><strong>Areas of improvement</strong>&nbsp;Back row is not comfortable not even 3 people can sir comfortablly need to work on mileage.</p>Exterior,lights,performance,Back row not comfortable

            BMW = PATHETIC SERVICE & CHEATERS

            <p>Experience at BMW dealerships for after sales has always been sad , depressing and a big problem in terms of waiting , appointments , timely delivery etc.</p> <p>There is a waiting period of 20 Days for appointment for a normal service. This shows how under staffed they are or lack of infrastructure for after sales.</p> <p>It seems after sales service is not a priority or of any importance to BMW or there dealers. They have just no respect for your customers time.</p> <p>The dealership does not even have adequate staff to handle the appointments and the staff they have is mostly untrained or under training to make the process even slower.</p> <p>May be you should take your dealers to a Toyota workshop to see how professionally &amp; efficiently they work without wasting any time and most importantly respecting and valuing customers time and appointment.</p> <p>All this was not enough so your Dealership has now hit the bottom of the pit as they have now has started cheating customers by replacing worn out parts with second hand/old parts instead of new.</p> <p>This is in reference to the Support assembly of the left shocker of my car which was replaced on 21 April 2012 this particular part has a warranty of 2 years but it broke down in just 5 months</p> <p>This clearly indicates that the part changed earlier was either A second hand / old part or it was repaired and put back in my car and the dealership kept the new part for itself.</p> <p>I do not understand how can a part which has a warranty of 2 years give away in 5 months???? I am sure Maruti parts are also stronger &amp; trust worthy than this.</p> <p>I would like you to help me solve this issue and also confirm whether it is a second hand / old / repaired part or a manufacturing defect in your part.</p> <p>Warm Regards</p> <p>Umang Saxena</p>GOOD LOOKSBAD SERVICE & AFTERSALES REPAIRS

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            C-Class [2011-2014] vs 3 Series [2012-2016] Comparison FAQs

            Q: Which car is cheaper between Mercedes-Benz C-Class [2011-2014] and BMW 3 Series [2012-2016]?
            Mercedes-Benz C-Class [2011-2014] price is Rs. 32.07 Lakh and BMW 3 Series [2012-2016] price is Rs. 34.63 Lakh. Hence Mercedes-Benz C-Class [2011-2014] is the cheapest amongst these cars.

            Q: Which car between C-Class [2011-2014] and 3 Series [2012-2016] is better in terms of fuel economy?
            For the 200 CGI variant, mileage of C-Class [2011-2014] is 10.96kmpl and for the 320d Prestige variant, mileage of 3 Series [2012-2016] is 18.88kmpl. Thus making 3 Series [2012-2016] the most fuel efficient as compared to C-Class [2011-2014]

            Q: How is the performance of C-Class [2011-2014] compared to 3 Series [2012-2016]?
            For the 200 CGI variant, 1796 cc Petrol engine of C-Class [2011-2014] produces 186 bhp @ 5600 rpm of power and 285 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque. For the 320d Prestige variant, 1995 cc Diesel engine of 3 Series [2012-2016] produces 184 bhp @ 4000 rpm of power and 380 Nm @ 1750 rpm of torque.
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