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    BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class

    Should you buy BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase or Mercedes-Benz C-Class? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase price starts at Rs 62 Lakh ex-showroom for 320Ld M Sport (Diesel) and Mercedes-Benz C-Class price starts Rs 59.40 Lakh ex-showroom for C 200 (Petrol). 3 Series Long Wheelbase has 1998 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while C-Class has 1999 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the 3 Series Long Wheelbase has a mileage of 19.61 kmpl (Diesel top model) and the C-Class has a mileage of 23 kmpl (Diesel top model).

    3 Series Long Wheelbase Vs C-Class

    Key HighlightsBMW 3 Series Long WheelbaseMercedes-Benz C-Class
    On Road PriceRs.76,61,378*Rs.71,09,804*
    Fuel TypeDieselDiesel
    Engine(cc)19981993
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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    BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class comparison

    Basic Information
    On-Road Price in New Delhi
    Rs.76,61,378*
    Rs.71,09,804*
    Finance Available (EMI)
    Rs.1,45,829/month
    Get EMI Offers
    Rs.1,35,327/month
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    Insurance
    Rs.2,79,878
    Rs.2,61,754
    User Rating
    4.2
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    4.3
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    Engine & Transmission
    Engine Type
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    TwinPower Turbo
    OM654M
    Displacement (cc)
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    1998
    1993
    No. of Cylinders
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    Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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    187.74bhp@4000rpm
    197.13bhp@3600rpm
    Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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    400Nm@1750-2500rpm
    440Nm@1800-2800rpm
    Valves Per Cylinder
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    4
    4
    Fuel Supply System
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    -
    ISG
    Turbo Charger
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    -
    yes
    Transmission Type
    Automatic
    Automatic
    Gearbox
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    8-Speed AT
    9-Speed TRONIC
    Drive Type
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    RWD
    Fuel & Performance
    Fuel Type
    Diesel
    Diesel
    Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
    19.61
    23
    Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
    -
    66
    Emission Norm Compliance
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    BS VI 2.0
    BS VI 2.0
    Top Speed (kmph)
    235
    245
    Suspension, Steering & Brakes
    Front Suspension
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    No
    Multi-link suspension
    Rear Suspension
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    No
    Multi-link suspension
    Steering Type
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    Electric
    -
    Steering Column
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    Tilt & telescopic
    -
    Top Speed (Kmph)
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    235
    245
    0-100kmph (Seconds)
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    7.6 s
    7.3 s
    Braking (100-0kmph) (Seconds)
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    35.25
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    Tyre Size
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    F:225/45 R18,R:255/40 R18
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    Tyre Type
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    Radial tubeless
    Tubeless,Radial
    City driveability (20-80kmph) (Seconds)
    4.57
    verified
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    Braking (80-0 kmph) (Seconds)
    22.85
    verified
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    Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)
    225/45 R18
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    Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)
    225/45 R18
    -
    Dimensions & Capacity
    Length (mm)
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    4823
    4751
    Width (mm)
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    1827
    1820
    Height (mm)
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    1441
    1437
    Wheel Base (mm)
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    2400
    2636
    Kerb Weight (kg)
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    1640
    1615
    Seating Capacity
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    5
    5
    Boot Space (Litres)
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    480
    540
    No. of Doors
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    4
    4
    Comfort & Convenience
    Power Steering
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    YesYes
    Power Boot
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    -
    Yes
    Automatic Climate Control
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    3 Zone
    2 Zone
    Air Quality Control
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    YesYes
    Low Fuel Warning Light
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    -
    Yes
    Accessory Power Outlet
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    YesYes
    Trunk Light
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    Yes
    -
    Vanity Mirror
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    -
    Yes
    Rear Reading Lamp
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    Yes
    -
    Rear Seat Headrest
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    Optional
    Yes
    Adjustable Headrest
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    YesYes
    Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
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    YesYes
    Rear AC Vents
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    YesYes
    Lumbar Support
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    -
    Yes
    Active Noise Cancellation
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    -
    Yes
    Multifunction Steering Wheel
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    YesYes
    Cruise Control
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    YesYes
    Parking Sensors
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    Front & Rear
    Front & Rear
    Navigation System
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    -
    Yes
    Find My Car Location
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    -
    Yes
    Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
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    Yes
    -
    Foldable Rear Seat
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    60:40 Split
    40:20:40 Split
    Engine Start Stop Button
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    YesYes
    Cooled Glovebox
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    YesYes
    Bottle Holder
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    Front & Rear Door
    Front Door
    Voice Commands
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    YesYes
    Paddle Shifters
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    Yes
    -
    USB Charger
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    Front & Rear
    Front & Rear
    Steering Mounted Tripmeter
    -
    Yes
    Central Console Armrest
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    With Storage
    Yes
    Tailgate Ajar Warning
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    YesYes
    Hands-Free Tailgate
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    YesYes
    Gear Shift Indicator
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    NoNo
    Rear Curtain
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    NoNo
    Luggage Hook And NetNoNo
    Lane Change Indicator
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    No
    -
    Memory Function Seats
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    Front
    Front
    Drive Modes
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    3
    4
    Idle Start Stop SystemYes
    -
    Air Conditioner
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    YesYes
    Heater
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    YesYes
    Adjustable Steering
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    NoYes
    KeyLess EntryYesYes
    Ventilated Seats
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    -
    No
    Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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    YesYes
    Electric Adjustable Seats
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    Front
    Front
    Follow Me Home Headlamps
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    YesYes
    Interior
    Tachometer
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    YesYes
    Leather Wrapped Steering WheelYesYes
    Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
    -
    Yes
    Glove Box
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    YesYes
    Digital Odometer
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    YesYes
    Dual Tone Dashboard
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    -
    Yes
    Additional Features
    Floor mats in Velour,Ambient lighting with Welcome Light Carpet,Galvanic embellisher for controls,Storage compartment package,Instrument panel in Sensatec,Comfort enhanced Seats in Front and Rear,Black High gloss and Aluminium combination,Widescreen Curved Display
    Velour Floor Mats (provided in the respective appointments color with matching edging, the mats protect the footwell against dirt, removed rapidly to be vacuumed or cleaned.), AVANTGARDE interior (With the AVANTGARDE Interior, you can show what is important to you: The avantgarde highlights in the expressively designed interior with ambient lighting will bring you joy day after day. • Seats with unique seat upholstery layout and redesigned headrest. • Multifunction sports steering wheel in leather steering wheel bezel in silver chrome. • Ambient lighting • Free-standing, fully digital instrument display with 12.3 inch LCD colour display • High-resolution central display slightly tilted towards the driver with 11.9 inch screen With MBUX multimedia system • Upper part of the instrument panel in black and lower part in black or macchiato beige with contrasting top stitching • Centre console in high-gloss black with insert in silver chrome • Air vents with elements in silver chrome • Doors with high-gloss black trim elements and surround in silver chrome as well as switches in silver chrome • Stowage Space Package • Overhead control panel in high-gloss black ), Leather multifunction sports steering wheel, Driver display (The high-resolution displayin 12.3 inch LCD colour display. It has 7 different settings with specific content and 3 different display styles.), Premium Plus Ambient lighting (a total of 64 colours with 10 moods, Trim element plane with direct lighting running from the sides of the centre console to the instrument panel and the door handles of the front and rear doors :- Additional lighting scopes on the air vents and the door centre panels of the four doors (baguette with direct and indirect lighting) • Four diing zones (All, DIRECT, Ambient and Accent) • Variable brightness setting, ARTICO man-made leather macchiato beige, ARTICO man-made leather black, ARTICO man-made leather sienna brown,Centre Console in high-gloss black, Black open-pore aluminium lines wood Interior trim
    Digital ClusterYes
    -
    Digital Cluster Size (Inch)
    12.28
    -
    Upholstery
    Leather
    -
    Exterior
    Available ColoursCarbon BlackMineral WhitePortimao BlueSkyscraper Metallic3 Series Long Wheelbase ColoursMojave Silver MetallicHigh Tech SilverObsidian Black MetallicSelenite Grey MetallicSodalite Blue MetallicC-Class Colours
    Body Type
    Adjustable HeadlampsYesYes
    Fog Lights Front
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    -
    Yes
    Rain Sensing Wiper
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    YesYes
    Rear Window Wiper
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    Yes
    -
    Rear Window Washer
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    Yes
    -
    Rear Window Defogger
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    YesYes
    Wheel CoversNo
    -
    Alloy Wheels
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    YesYes
    Sun Roof
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    YesYes
    Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
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    YesYes
    Integrated AntennaYesYes
    Chrome Grille
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    -
    Yes
    Chrome Garnish
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    -
    Yes
    Cornering Headlamps
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    No
    -
    Cornering Foglamps
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    -
    Yes
    Trunk Opener
    -
    Smart
    LED DRLs
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    YesYes
    LED Headlamps
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    YesYes
    LED Taillights
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    YesYes
    LED Fog Lamps
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    -
    Yes
    Additional Features
    M Aerodynamics package with front apron, side sills and rear apron in body colour with front bumper trim insert in Dark Shadow metallic,BMW Kidney Grille with exclusively designed vertical double slats in Chrome High-Gloss,BMW Kidney frame in Chrome High-Gloss,Car key with M designation,BMW Individual High-Gloss shadow line with window frame decorative moulding, window guide-rail and mirror frame in Black High-Gloss,M door sill finishers front and rear,Exterior mirrors electrically adjustable and heated electrically foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function (driver's side) and parking function for passenger side exterior mirror,Heat Protection Glazing,Acoustic Glazing on front windscreen,LED headlights with extended contents,Active Air Stream Kidney Grille
    AVANTGARDE exterior (With the AVANTGARDE Exterior, you can further enhance the individuality and sportiness of your vehicle, and show clearly that you attach importance to style and high quality. The interplay of the design features results in an extraordinarily expressive vehicle. • Radiator grille with integral Mercedes star and a chromed louvre, surround of the radiator grille in chrome • 17 inch 5-spoke light-alloy wheels, painted highgloss black with high-sheen finish • Dynamic front bumper with centrally positioned trim element in mirror chrome and air inlets with diamond-pattern mesh in grained black • Rear bumper painted in vehicle colour with centrally positioned wing in mirror chrome • Beltline trim strips in polished aluminium • Side window surrounds in polished aluminium • Trim on the B-pillars in high-gloss black • Bar on the rear side windows in high-gloss black • Side sill panels painted in vehicle colour), Mirror package, Panoramic sliding sunroof, Stylish 17 inch 5 spoke alloys, Windscreen wipers with rain sensor
    Automatic Headlamps
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    YesYes
    Sunroof
    Panoramic
    -
    Boot Opening
    Automatic
    -
    Heated Outside Rear View MirrorYes
    -
    Tyre Size
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    F:225/45 R18,R:255/40 R18
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    Tyre Type
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    Radial tubeless
    Tubeless,Radial
    Safety
    Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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    YesYes
    Brake AssistYesYes
    Central Locking
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    YesYes
    Child Safety Locks
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    YesYes
    Anti Theft Alarm
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    YesYes
    No. of Airbags
    8
    7
    Driver Airbag
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    YesYes
    Passenger Airbag
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    YesYes
    Side AirbagYesYes
    Side Airbag RearNoNo
    Day Night Rear View Mirror
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    YesYes
    Seat Belt Warning
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    YesYes
    Door Ajar Warning
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    YesYes
    Traction ControlYes
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    Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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    YesYes
    Engine Immobilizer
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    YesYes
    Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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    YesYes
    Rear Camera
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    With Guidedlines
    -
    Anti Theft DeviceYesYes
    Anti Pinch Power Windows
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    Driver
    -
    Speed Alert
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    YesYes
    Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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    YesYes
    Isofix Child Seat Mounts
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    YesYes
    Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
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    Driver and Passenger
    -
    Sos Emergency Assistance
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    YesYes
    Blind Spot Monitor
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    No
    -
    Geo Fence Alert
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    Yes
    -
    Hill Descent Control
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    Yes
    -
    Hill Assist
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    YesYes
    Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockYesYes
    360 View Camera
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    No
    -
    Curtain AirbagNo
    -
    Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)Yes
    -
    ADAS
    Forward Collision WarningNo
    -
    Blind Spot Collision Avoidance AssistNo
    -
    Driver Attention WarningYes
    -
    Rear Cross Traffic AlertNo
    -
    Advance Internet
    Live LocationYes
    -
    Unauthorised Vehicle EntryYes
    -
    Digital Car KeyYes
    -
    E-Call & I-CallYes
    -
    Over the Air (OTA) UpdatesYes
    -
    Google / Alexa ConnectivityYes
    -
    SOS ButtonYes
    -
    RSAYes
    -
    Over Speeding AlertYes
    -
    Tow Away AlertYes
    -
    Smartwatch AppYes
    -
    Valet ModeYes
    -
    Remote Door Lock/UnlockYes
    -
    Entertainment & Communication
    Radio
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    YesYes
    Wireless Phone Charging
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    YesYes
    Bluetooth Connectivity
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    YesYes
    Touchscreen
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    YesYes
    Touchscreen Size
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    14.88
    11.9
    Connectivity
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    Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
    Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
    Android Auto
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    YesYes
    Apple Car Play
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    YesYes
    No. of Speakers
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    16
    9
    Additional Features
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    Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto,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,Voice Control
    Central display :- The high-resolution central display 11.9 inch diagonal screen with touch entry with LCD technology, USB package ( two additional USB-C ports under the front armrest), MBUX Navigation Premium, Hard-disc navigation, Live Traffic Information, Natural Voice Control, Touch Control Concept, Fingerprint Scanner, Vehicle Monitoring, Navigation Connectivity, package, Vehicle Set-Up (Remote Retrieval of Vehicle Status, Remote Door Locking and Unlocking, Speed Alert, Send2Car function, Remote Engine Start/Stop), Navigation Connectivity package, Mercedes-Benz emergency call system, Smartphone Integration (wireless via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto), Extended Functions MBUX,App connected features:- Vehicle Finder (enables horn and light flashing), Geo-fencing, Mercedes me Service app: Your digital assistant, Windows/sunroof open close from App, Additional Mercedes me connect features (Alexa Home Integration with Mercedes me,Google Home integration with Mercedes me connect, Parking location POIs (Points of Interest))
    Usb Ports
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    YesYes
    Inbuilt Apps
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    MyBMW
    -
    Speakers
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    Front & Rear
    Front & Rear

    Pros & Cons

    • Pros
    • Cons
    • BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase

      • Looks sporty for a long-wheelbase, comfort-oriented sedan.
      • New i-Drive 8 infotainment system is crisp and easy to use.
      • 2-litre diesel engine offers good poke for both sedate and spirited driving.
      • Has a good balance between ride and handling.

      Mercedes-Benz C-Class

      • Elegant exterior
      • Spectacular cabin design
      • Refined petrol engine
      • Comfortable ride quality
    • BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase

      • Missing essentials such as ADAS, 360-degree camera, sun blinds and ventilated front seats.
      • The displays in the cabin get warm over prolonged usage.
      • Low stance results in difficult ingress and egress for elderly occupants.
      • Small boot due to the space-saver eating up space.

      Mercedes-Benz C-Class

      • Petrol motor lacks outright power
      • Some features missing

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    Questions & answers

    Q ) Which car has good mileage BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase and Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
    A ) The mileage of 3 Series Long Wheelbase is 19.61 kmpl & the mileage of C-Class is 23 kmpl. Mercedes-Benz C-Class gives better mileage than BMW 3 Series Long Wheelbase.
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