Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs BMW M340i

CarWale brings you comparison of Mercedes-Benz C-Class and BMW M340i. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class price is Rs. 60.30 Lakh and BMW M340i price is Rs. 75.90 Lakh. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is available in 1496 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol) and BMW M340i is available in 2998 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. M340i provides the mileage of 13.02 kmpl.

C-Class vs M340i Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	C-Class	M340i
Price	Rs. 60.30 Lakh	Rs. 75.90 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1496 cc	2998 cc
Power	201 bhp	369 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (TC)	Automatic (TC)
Fuel Type	Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol)	Petrol

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 200

Rs. 60.30 Lakh

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BMW M340i

xDrive

Rs. 75.90 Lakh

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 200

BMW M340i

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Engine	1496 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	2998 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	M264+EQ Boost	B58 Turbocharged I6
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged, Variable Geometry
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged
Fuel Type	Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol)	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	201 bhp @ 5800 rpm	369 bhp @ 5500-6500 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	300 Nm @ 1800-4000 rpm	500 Nm @ 1900-5000 rpm
Max Motor Performance	20 bhp
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Top Speed (kmph)	246
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)		13.02View Mileage Details
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)	15	10.5
Idle Start/Stop
Driving Range (km)		768
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) Claimed (seconds)	7.3	4.4
Drivetrain	RWD	AWD
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Regenerative Braking

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Four-link front axle, coil springs, gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabiliser	Double-joint spring strut axle, hydraulically damped torque strut bearing
Rear Suspension	Five-link independent rear suspension, coil springs, gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabiliser	Five-link axle
Front Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)		6
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Front Tyres	205 / 55 R17	225 / 40 R19
Rear Tyres	205 / 55 R17	255 / 35 R19
Tyre Construction	Radial - Tubeless	Run-Flat
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver	Space Saver

Features

Exterior

Safety

Blind Spot Detection
NCAP Rating	Not Tested	5 Star (Euro NCAP)
Airbags	7 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	6 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
ADAS level		1
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
High-beam Assist
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Child Seat Anchor Points
Puncture Repair Kit
Seat Belt Warning
Rear Middle Head Rest
Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner- Automatic/Zones	Automatic Climate Control: Dual Zone	Automatic Climate Control: Three 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, Common Fan Speed Control
Heater
Cruise Control
Parking Assist	Automatic Parking	360 Degree Camera
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Steering Adjustment	Electric Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Headlight and Ignition on Reminder
Electronic Parking Brake	Auto Hold	Auto Hold
Cabin Boot Access
12V Power Outlets		2

Lighting

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

Braking & Traction

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Exterior Door Handles Finish	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Interior Door Handles Finish	Chrome	Chrome
Power Windows Position	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
One Touch Down	All	All
One Touch Up	All	All
Rear Windshield Blind	Electric
Side Window Blinds	Rear - Manual
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Scuff Plates	Metallic	Metallic
ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)		Both Sides
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - All	Electronic - Internal & Driver Door
Rain-sensing Wipers
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Electric Tailgate Release
Rear Defogger

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Infotainment Screen Size (inch)	11.9
Speakers	9	16
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Steering-mounted controls
Android Auto	Wireless
Apple CarPlay	Wireless
Voice Command
Gesture Control
Wireless Charger
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming
GPS Navigation System
AM/FM Radio
AUX Compatibility
USB Compatibility
iPod Compatibility
Internal Hard Drive

Seats & Upholstery

Seat Upholstery	Leather	Leather + Alcantara
Driver Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down, headrest forward / back)	12 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, seat base angle: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)	12 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, seat base angle: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Second Row Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down, headrest forward / back)	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Ventilated Seats	Front only
Ventilated Seat Type	Heated and cooled
Massage Seats
Interiors	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Customisable
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Front Seatback Pockets
Driver Armrest
Rear Armrest	Cup Holder	Cup Holder
Split Rear Seat	40:20:40	40:20:40
Folding Rear Seat	Flat	Flat
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench

Mobile App Features

Instrumentation

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

Storage
Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Obsidian Black	Tanzanite Blue Metallic
	Mojave Silver	Dravit Grey Metallic
	Selenite Grey	Black Sapphire Metallic
	Sodalite Blue	Fire Red
	Opalith White	Arctic Race Blue
	Hi-Tech Silver	Arctic Race Blue

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.7/5

11 Ratings

4.8/5

17 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.7Exterior	4.8Exterior
	4.7Comfort	4.4Comfort
	4.3Performance	4.9Performance
	4.3Fuel Economy	3.7Fuel Economy
	4.6Value for Money	4.5Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Mercedes Benz C class very nice car

Mercedes Benz C class very nice model with the best and new features The material product is very good very nice in the car a class Mercedes range so good mileage. And a very so beautiful product and looking the future

Fantastic car if you love driving

The BMW M340i is a fantastic car if you love driving. Buying it was smooth, the staff were friendly and helpful. On the road, it's ast handles beautifully and sounds amazing. The car looks sporty yet classy, and the interior feels premium with lots of tech. Maintenance is a bit expensive, but BMW service is reliable. Pros: thrilling performance, luxury feel, and daily comfort. Cons: firmer ride and high running costs. Overall, the M340i is perfect if you want a sporty sedan that's fun to drive but still practical for everyday use. I love mine.

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C-Class comparison with similar cars

Length (mm)	4751	4713
Width (mm)	1820	1827
Height (mm)	1437	1440
Wheelbase (mm)	2865	2851

Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Doors (Doors)	4	4
Bootspace (litres)	455
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	50	59

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

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Hold Control
Limited Slip Differential (LSD)
Four-Wheel-Drive		Torque-On-Demand

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

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

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

Vehicle Warranty (In Years)	3	3
Vehicle Warranty (In Kilometres)	Unlimited	40000
Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable	Not Applicable