BMW i4 vs Mercedes-Benz CLS
i4 Vs CLS
| Key Highlights | BMW i4 | Mercedes-Benz CLS |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.83,78,230* | Rs.99,69,296* |
| Range (km) | 590 | - |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 83.9 | - |
| Charging Time | 31 Min-DC-200kW (0-80%) | - |
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BMW i4 vs Mercedes-Benz CLS comparison
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Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.83,78,230* | Rs.99,69,296* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.1,59,467/month | No |
| Insurance | Rs.4,50,000 i4 Insurance | Rs.3,55,846 CLS-Class Insurance |
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| Running Cost Running cost per km measures the expense of driving your EV per kilometer. Running Cost/Km = (Battery Capacity of EV * Per Unit Electricity Cost ) / Range on full charge.✕ | ₹ 1.42/km | - |
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines✕ | Not applicable | Diesel Engine |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | Not applicable | 1950 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.✕ | Not applicable | 4 4 Cylinder Cars |
| Fast Charging Fast charging typically refers to direct current (DC) charging from an EV charge station, and is generally quicker than AC charging. Not all fast chargers are equal, though, and this depends on their rated output.✕ | No | Not applicable |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | - | 19 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | - | 66 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations.✕ | ZEV | BS VI |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling.✕ | Air Suspension | Adaptive Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability.✕ | Air Suspension | Adaptive Air Suspension |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | - | Power |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.✕ | - | Electrical Adjustable Steering |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 4783 | 4988 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors✕ | 2073 | 1890 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces✕ | 1448 | 1435 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .✕ | 2540 | 2939 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows Front Front windows that can be rolled up and down electronically. A must-have feature for modern-day cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows Rear Rear windows that can be rolled up and down electronically at the touch of a button.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Power Boot An automated system that opens and closes the car's boot lid or trunk with the press of a button or remote control. Makes accessing the boot easier.✕ | Yes | - |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Multi Tripmeter Measures the distance a vehicle has travelled for a particular trip. A multi-tripmeter can keep track of multiple distances. For example kilometres since the last fuel up and kilometres travelled since the last service. The different tripmeters can be reset by the user as and when needed.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Seats | Yes | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colors | Brooklyn Grey Mineral White Portimao Blue Metallic Black Sapphire i4 Colors | - |
| Body Type | Sedan All Sedan Cars | Coupe All Coupe Cars |
| Adjustable Headlights | Yes | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti Lock Braking System A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.✕ | - | Yes |
| Power Door Locks A system that allows the driver to lock and unlock all car doors with the push of a button.✕ | - | Yes |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Cd Player A media player that reads compact discs (CDs) for audio/video playback.✕ | - | No |
| Cd Changer Allows multiple CDs to be loaded and played without manual swapping in the audio system.✕ | - | No |
| Dvd Player An in-car entertainment device that can read and play DVDs. Slightly outdated now because of new technology like bluetooth✕ | - | No |
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | - | Yes |
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Which car is cheaper between BMW i4 and Mercedes-Benz CLS?
BMW i4 price starts at ₹ 72.50 Lakh & Mercedes-Benz CLS price starts at ₹ 76.50 Lakh in New Delhi. Mercedes-Benz CLS is cheaper between these two cars.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi