BMW 3 Series LWB VS Mercedes Benz C-Class

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Overview

Overview Details
Fuel Type	Petrol	Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol)
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	255 bhp @ 5000 rpm	201 bhp @ 5800 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	400 Nm @ 1550-4400 rpm	300 Nm @ 1800 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity	59	50
Engine Type	B48 Turbocharged I4	M264+EQ Boost
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Driving Range	908
Engine	1998 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1496 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Seating Capacity	5 Seats and 2 Rows	5 Seats and 2 Rows

Specifications

Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase	2961	2865
Length Width Height	4819 mm * 2068 mm * 1441 mm	4751 mm * 1820 mm * 1437 mm
Capacity
Doors	4	4
Seating Capacity	5 Seats and 2 Rows	5 Seats and 2 Rows
Fuel Tank Capacity	59	50
Bootspace	455 L
Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	B48 Turbocharged I4	M264+EQ Boost
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD
Fuel Type	Petrol	Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol)
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	255 bhp @ 5000 rpm	201 bhp @ 5800 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	400 Nm @ 1550-4400 rpm	300 Nm @ 1800 rpm
Engine	1998 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1496 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Driving Range	908
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Top Speed	250	246
Pure Electric Driving Mode	No	No
Acceleration	0-100 km/h in 6.2 seconds (claimed)	0-100 km/h in 7.3 seconds (claimed)
Regenerative Braking	No	Yes
Idle Start/Stop	Yes	Yes
E20 Compatibility	Yes	Yes
Turbocharger/ Supercharger	Turbocharged (Variable Geometry)	Turbocharged
Max Motor Performance	20 bhp
Electric Motor Assist (Hybrid)	20 bhp, 4000 rpm
Mileage	User Reported: 14.65 kmpl
Suspensions, Brakes & Steering
Minimum Turning Radius	6
Wheels & Tyres
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Front Tyres	225 / 45 R18	205 / 55 R17
Rear Tyres	255 / 40 R18	205 / 55 R17
Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres
Front Suspension	Double-joint spring-strut axle in lightweight aluminium-steel construction, hydraulically damped tor	Four-link front axle, coil springs, gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabiliser
Rear Suspension	Five-link axle in lightweight aluminium-steel construction	Five-link independent rear suspension, coil springs, gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabiliser
Steering	Power assisted (Electric) steering	Power assisted (Electric) steering
Tyres	Run-Flat Tyres	Radial - Tubeless Tyres
Spare Wheel & Tyre	Space Saver	Space Saver
Puncture Repair Kit	No	Yes

Features

Safety
Airbags	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	7 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning
NCAP Rating
Overspeed Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Lane Departure Warning
High-beam Assist
Blind Spot Detection
Second Row Middle Seat Safety
Lane Functions
Rear Collision Assist
ADAS
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Automatic Emergency Braking
Braking & Traction
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Four-Wheel-Drive
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Ride Height Adjustment
Hill Descent Control
Differential Lock
Differential
Brakes
Limited Slip Differential
Locks & Security
Central Locking
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock
Engine Immobiliser
Comfort & Convenience
Air Conditioner
Steering Adjustment
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Cruise Control
Parking Sensors
Parking Assist
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Heater
Heated/Cooled Cup Holders
Umbrella Storage In Door
Electronic Parking Brake
Cabin Boot Access
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Charging Ports	2 x 12V Power Outlets	12V Power Outlet
Air Purifier
Storage
Cup Holders
Driver Armrest Storage
Sunglass Holder
Cooled Glovebox
Seats & Upholstery
Seat Upholstery
Driver Seat Adjustment	6 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)	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)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)	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)
Driver Armrest
Ventilated Seats
Ventilated Seat Type
Rear Armrest
Folding Rear Seat
Split Rear Seat	40:20:40	40:20:40
Front Seatback Pockets
Massage Seats
Rear Passenger Seat Type
Headrests
Second Row Seat Adjustment	2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)	4 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down, headrest: forward / back)
Interior
Wrappings
Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
Power Windows
Rear Defogger
Rear Wiper
Rain-sensing Wipers
Door Pockets
Scuff Plates
Adjustable ORVMs
ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)
Interior Door Handles Finish
Exterior Door
Boot Opener
Anti-glare ORVMs
Exterior
Body-Coloured Bumpers
Body Kit
Rub-strips
Antenna
Spoiler
Sunroof
Exhaust
Lighting
Cornering Headlights
Follow me home headlamps
Headlight Height Adjuster
Fog Lights
Headlights
Puddle Lamps
Ambient Interior Lighting
Automatic Headlamps
Taillights
Interior Lamps
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
Instrumentation
Trip Meter	2 Trips Electronic	2 Trips Electronic
Average Speed
Clock
Door Ajar Warning
Gear Indicator
Heads Up Display (HUD)
Tachometer
Fuel Consumption
Instrument Cluster Screen
Gear Shift Indicator
Entertainment, Information & Communication
Gesture Control
Smart Connectivity
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
Voice Command
Wireless Charger
Steering-mounted controls
WiFi Hotspot
Voice Assistant
Infotainment Screen	12.3" Touch-screen Display	11.9" Touch-screen Display
Audio System	16 Speakers	9 Speakers
Input Methods
Manufacturer Warranty
Vehicle Warranty	3 Years / 40000 Kms	3 Years / Unlimited Kms
Telematics
Alexa Compatibility
Remote Parking with Key
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App
Mobile App Features
Emergency Call Button
Remote Engine Start/Stop

Colors
	Mineral White Metallic	Obsidian Black
	Skyscraper Grey Metallic	Mojave Silver
	Carbon Black Metallic	Selenite Grey
	Arctic Race Blue Metallic	Sodalite Blue
	Opalith White
	Hi-Tech Silver