Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs BMW 5 Series

CarWale brings you comparison of Mercedes-Benz C-Class and BMW 5 Series. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class price is Rs. 66.25 Lakh and BMW 5 Series price is Rs. 72.90 Lakh. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is available in 1999 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol) and BMW 5 Series is available in 1998 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. 5 Series provides the mileage of 15.7 kmpl.

C-Class vs 5 Series Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	C-Class	5 Series
Price	Rs. 66.25 Lakh	Rs. 72.90 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1999 cc	1998 cc
Power	255 bhp	255 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (TC)	Automatic (TC)
Fuel Type	Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol)	Petrol

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 AMG Line

Rs. 66.25 Lakh

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BMW 5 Series

530Li M Sport (Titanium Bronze)

Rs. 72.90 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 AMG Line

BMW 5 Series

530Li M Sport (Titanium Bronze)

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Top Speed (kmph)	250
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) Claimed (seconds)	6	6.5
Engine	1999 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1998 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder
Engine Type	M254
Fuel Type	Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol)	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	255 bhp @ 5800 rpm	255 bhp @ 4500 rpm
Max Engine Torque (Nm@rpm)	400 Nm @ 2000 rpm	400 Nm @ 1600 rpm
Max Motor Performance	23 bhp
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)		15.7View Mileage Details
Driving Range (km)		942
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged
Regenerative Braking
Electric Motor
Idle Start/Stop
Others	Regenerative Braking, Idle Start/Stop	Idle Start/Stop

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Four-link front axle, coil springs, gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabiliser
Rear Suspension	Five-link independent rear suspension, coil springs, gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabiliser
Front Brake Type	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc
Tyre Construction	Radial - Tubeless	Radial - Tubeless
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver
Front Tyres	R18	225 / 55 R18
Rear Tyres	R18	225 / 55 R18

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Puncture Repair Kit
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
High-beam Assist
NCAP Rating	Not Tested	5 Star (Euro NCAP)
Blind Spot Detection
Lane Departure Prevention
Rear Cross-traffic Assist
Airbags	7 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	9 Airbags
Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Comfort & Convenience

Air Purifier
Electronic Parking Brake	Auto Hold	Auto Hold
Air Conditioner- Automatic/Zones	Automatic Climate Control: Dual Zone	Automatic Climate Control: Four Zone
Front AC	Two Zones, Common Fan Speed Control	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Rear AC	Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest	Separate Zone, Vents Behind Front Armrest and on Pillars, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Third Row AC Zone
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - All	Electronic - Internal Only
Parking Assist	Automatic Parking	360 Degree Camera
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition on Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Electric Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic

Lighting

Headlights	LED	LED
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights
Taillights	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED	LED
Fog Lights	LED	LED,LED
Ambient Interior Lighting
Puddle Lamps
Cabin Lamps Position	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors	Driver & Co-Driver
Reading Lamp
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Scuff Plates	Metallic	Metallic
Power Windows Position	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
One Touch Down	All	Driver
One Touch Up	All	Driver
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Exterior Door Handles Finish	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles Finish	Chrome	Chrome
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Side Window Blinds	Rear - Manual
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Electric Tailgate Release
Rear Windshield Blind	Electric

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto	Wireless
Apple CarPlay	Wireless
Infotainment Screen Size (inch)	11.9	12.3
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	9	18
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger

Mobile App Features

Storage

Seats & Upholstery

Massage Seats
Driver Seat Adjustment	14 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest forward / back)	14 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, extended thigh support: forward / back)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	14 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down)	14 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, extended thigh support: forward / back)
Second Row Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down, headrest forward / back)	2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Leather	Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Ventilated Seats	Front only	Front only
Ventilated Seat Type	Heated and cooled	Cooled
Interiors	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Customisable
Rear Armrest	Cup Holder	Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Flat	Flat
Split Rear Seat	40:20:40	60:40
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
Instrument Cluster Screen Type	Digital	Digital
Trip Meter	2 Trips Electronic	2 Trips Electronic
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Shift Indicator
Tachometer	Digital	Digital

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Obsidian Black	Carbon Black
	Sodalite Blue	Sparkling Cooper Grey
	Patagonia red bright
	Opalith White

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.7/5

3 Ratings

5.0/5

5 Ratings

Rating Parameters	5.0Exterior	4.7Exterior
	4.5Comfort	4.5Comfort
	4.5Performance	5.0Performance
	4.0Fuel Economy	4.2Fuel Economy
	4.5Value for Money	4.7Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

The driving experience is just insane.

My friend has bought this I was with him at that this purchase experience was cool and nice. The driving experience is just insane. The look is also so nice I fell in love with the look of the car. Its maintenance is also not so expensive it is a little more expensive but gives a great service.

Powerful car with amazing interiors

The BMW5 series offers a premium buying experience with a sleek design, luxurious interiors, and powerful performance. This is a power-packed vehicle with a smooth driving experience. The car is packed with amazing tech and offers tons of customization. Overall, it balances luxury and dynamic driving, making it the most excellent choice for those seeking both luxury and performance.

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C-Class comparison with similar cars

Length (mm)	4793	5165
Width (mm)	1820	2156
Height (mm)	1446	1518
Wheelbase (mm)	2865	3105
Kerb Weight (kg)	1720

Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	66	60
Doors (Doors)	4	4
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Bootspace (litres)	455

Antenna	Roof-Mounted	Shark Fin Antenna
Sunroof / Moonroof	Panoramic	Electro-Transparent Panoramic
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Descent Control

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless	Keyless
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Find My Car
Check Vehicle Status via App
Geo-fence
Emergency Call Button
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

Cup Holders Position	Front & Second Row	Front & Second Row
Driver Armrest Storage

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	3	3
Warranty (In Kilometres)	Unlimited	Unlimited