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BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes-Benz CLA

3 Series Vs CLA

Key HighlightsBMW 3 SeriesMercedes-Benz CLA
On Road PriceRs.83,24,438*Rs.89,52,404*
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Engine(cc)29981991
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes-Benz CLA Comparison

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.83,24,438*
Rs.89,52,404*
Finance Available (EMI)Rs.1,59,452/month
No
InsuranceRs.1,31,208
3 Series Insurance

Rs.3,28,814
CLA Insurance

User Rating
4.1
Based on 98 Reviews
4.8
Based on 26 Reviews
Brochure
Brochure not available

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
EngineType
In Line Petrol Engine
Displacement (cc)
2998
1991
No. of Cylinders
6
6 Cylinder Cars
4
4 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
375bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
475nm@2250-5000rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Valve Configuration
-
DOHC
Fuel Supply System
-
Direct Injection
Turbo Charger
Twin
Yes
Super Charger
-
No
Transmission TypeAutomatic
Automatic
Gear Box
8-Speed Steptronic
7 Speed
Mild Hybrid
No-
Drive Type
4WD
AWD
Clutch Type
-
Dual Clutch

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypePetrol
Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)13.02
15.04
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)59
56
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
Euro VI
Top Speed (kmph)253
250

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
M Sport Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
M Sport Suspension
Four Link
Steering Type
-
Power
Steering Column
-
Height & Reach
Steering Gear Type
-
Direct Steer
Turning Radius (Metres)
-
5.52
Front Brake Type
ventilated Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)
253
250
0-100kmph (Seconds)
4.4
4.2
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
235/40 R18
Tyre Type
Run flat Radial
Tubeless,Radial
Alloy Wheel Size
-
18

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
4709
4691
Width (mm)
1827
2032
Height (mm)
1442
1432
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
-
100
Wheel Base (mm)
2651
2699
Front Tread (mm)
-
1549
Rear Tread (mm)
-
1547
Kerb Weight (kg)
1745
1650
Grossweight (kg)
-
2075
Rear Headroom (mm)
-
905

Rear Legroom (mm)
-
338
Front Headroom (mm)
-
1006

Front Legroom (mm)
-
276

Seating Capacity
5
5
Boot Space (Litres)
480
-
No. of Doors
4
4

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Power Windows Front
YesYes
Power Windows Rear
YesYes
Power Boot
Yes-
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
Yes
Air Quality Control
-
Yes
Remote Trunk Opener
YesYes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener
-
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light
YesYes
Accessory Power Outlet
YesYes
Trunk Light
YesYes
Vanity Mirror
YesYes
Rear Reading Lamp
YesYes
Rear Seat Headrest
YesYes
Adjustable Headrest
Yes-
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
YesYes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
YesNo
Cup Holders Front
YesYes
Cup Holders Rear
YesYes
Rear AC Vents
YesYes
Heated Seats Front
-
No
Heated Seats Rear
-
No
Seat Lumbar Support
YesYes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
YesYes
Cruise Control
YesYes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Navigation System
YesYes
Foldable Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
60:40 Split
Smart Access Card Entry
-
No
Engine Start Stop Button
YesYes
Glove Box Cooling
YesNo
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
Voice Command
YesNo
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles
YesYes
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front
Steering Mounted TripmeterYesNo
Central Console Armrest
YesNo
Tailgate Ajar
YesNo
Gear Shift Indicator
NoNo
Rear Curtain
NoNo
Luggage Hook And NetNoNo
Battery Saver
-
No
Lane Change Indicator
-
No
Additional Features-
E-SELECT Selector Lever and Master Key With AMG Emblem as Standard Equipment
Massage Seats
-
No
Memory Function Seats
-
No
One Touch Operating Power Window
-
No
Autonomous Parking
-
No
Drive Modes
4
0
Air Conditioner
YesYes
Heater
YesYes
Adjustable Steering
YesYes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Ventilated Seats
-
No
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
YesYes
Electric Adjustable Seats
-
Front
Automatic Headlamps
YesNo
Follow Me Home Headlamps
YesNo

Interior

Tachometer
YesYes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter
YesYes
Leather SeatsYesYes
Fabric Upholstery
-
No
Leather Steering WheelYesYes
Glove Compartment
YesYes
Digital Clock
YesYes
Outside Temperature DisplayYesYes
Cigarette Lighter-
No
Digital Odometer
YesYes
Driving Experience Control EcoYesYes
Folding Table In The Rear
-
No
Dual Tone Dashboard
-
No
Additional FeaturesBMW Individual Headliner Anthracite, Electrical seat adjustment for driver and passenger with memory function for drive, Floor mats in Velour, Front armrest with storage compartment, Interior mirrors with automatic anti-dazzle function, Ambient lighting with Welcome Light Carpet, Through loading system, Sport seats for driver and front passenger, Storage compartment package, Individual trim finisher in Carbon Fibre, Alcantara Sensatec combination Black, contrast stitching Blue
AMG Instrumental Cluster With New Look Numerals
New Chrome Border Around Gear Indicator Display
Dashboard and Beltlines in ARTICO Leather Including Red Contrasting Topstitching

Exterior

Available Colors
Tanzanite Blue Metallic
Dravit Grey Metallic
3 Series Colors
-
Body TypeSedan
All Sedan Cars
Sedan
All Sedan Cars
Adjustable HeadlightsYesYes
Fog Lights Front
YesNo
Fog Lights Rear
-
No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View Mirror
-
No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Rain Sensing Wiper
YesYes
Rear Window Wiper
-
No
Rear Window Washer
-
No
Rear Window Defogger
YesYes
Wheel Covers-
No
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Power Antenna-
No
Tinted Glass
-
Yes
Rear Spoiler
YesYes
Roof Carrier-
No
Sun Roof
YesYes
Side Stepper
-
No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
YesYes
Integrated AntennaYesYes
Chrome Grille
YesYes
Chrome Garnish
YesNo
Smoke Headlamps-
No
Projector Headlamps
Yes-
Roof Rail
YesNo
LightingLED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Rain Sensing Driving Lights,Cornering Headlights,LED Tail lamps
LED Headlights
Trunk Opener-
Smart
Heated Wing Mirror
YesNo
LED DRLs
Yes-
LED Headlights
Yes-
LED Taillights
Yes-
LED Fog Lamps
Yes-
Additional FeaturesFront 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, Heat Protection Glazing contents, Acoustic Glazing on front windscreen, Adaptive LED Headlight ( 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-beam assistant, Accent lighting with turn indicators, M Sport Exhaust, M Sport Brakes, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended contents, BMW ure Advance includes Tyres, Alloys, Engine ure, Key Lost Assistance and Golf Hole-in-On
Front Spitter Insert in Matt Titanium Gray Plus Flics in High-Gloss Black For the Flow Of Cooling air
AMG Design Trim in Black/Red
Design Element Features Accentuating Yellow Decals and AMG Sport Stripes in Matt Graphite Grey Combined With AMG Night Packages
Diffusor and Rear Bumper
AMG Design Trim in Black/Red
AMG Front Apron With New A-Wing Design and Louvers in the Outer Air Intakes Along With The New Front Splitter
AMG Rear Apron With Diffuser Insert in a New Design anf Four Vertical Diffuser Round Off The Powerful AMG Design
Redesigned Spoiler Lip on the Rear and The New Spoiler Lip Beneath The Front Splitter

Automatic Driving Lights
Yes-
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
235/40 R18
Tyre Type
Run flat Radial
Tubeless,Radial
Alloy Wheel Size (Inch)
-
18

Safety

Anti Lock Braking System
YesYes
Brake AssistYesYes
Central Locking
YesYes
Power Door Locks
-
Yes
Child Safety Locks
YesYes
Anti Theft Alarm
YesNo
No. of Airbags6
-
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side Airbag FrontYesNo
Side Airbag RearNoNo
Day Night Rear View Mirror
YesNo
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror
-
Yes
Xenon Headlamps-
No
Halogen Headlamps-
No
Rear Seat Belts
-
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Side Impact Beams
-
Yes
Front Impact Beams
-
Yes
Traction ControlYesYes
Adjustable Seats
-
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
YesYes
Vehicle Stability Control System
-
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Crash Sensor
-
Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank
-
Yes
Engine Check Warning
-
Yes
Clutch Lock-
No
EBD
-
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Yes-
Advance Safety FeaturesCruise Control with Braking Function, Parking Assistant( Lateral Parking, Reversing Assistant, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille, Automatic Start/Stop function, Brake Energy Regeneration, BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system), Cornering Brake Control, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Emergency Spare Wheel, Runflat tyres with reinforced side walls, Warning triangle with first-aid kit, Three-point seat belts for all seats, including pyrotechnic belt tensioners in the front with belt force limiters
-
Rear Camera
-
Yes
Anti Theft DeviceYesYes
Anti Pinch Power Windows
-
No
Speed Alert
Yes-
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
YesNo
Knee Airbags
-
No
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
YesNo
Heads Up Display
YesNo
Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts
-
No
Sos Emergency Assistance
Yes-
Blind Spot Monitor
-
No
Hill Descent Control
-
No
Hill Assist
-
No
Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockYesNo
360 View Camera
-
No

Entertainment & Communication

Cd Player
-
No
Cd Changer
-
No
Dvd Player
-
No
Radio
YesYes
Audio System Remote Control
YesNo
Speakers Front
YesYes
Speakers Rear
YesYes
Integrated 2DIN AudioYesYes
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes-
USB And Auxiliary Input
YesYes
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Compass
Yes-
Touch Screen
YesYes
Touch Screen size (Inch)
14.9
-
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
-
Android Auto
Yes-
Apple Car Play
Yes-
Internal Storage
-
No
No. of Speakers
16
-
Rear Entertainment System
-
No
Additional FeaturesWireless Smartphone Integration, Harman Kardon Surround Sound, Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 12.3” (31.2 cm) Instrument 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, Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant
-
SubwooferNo-

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