BMW X3 vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Should you buy BMW X3 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 X3 price starts at Rs 67.50 Lakh ex-showroom for xDrive20d xLine (Diesel) and Mercedes-Benz C-Class price starts Rs 60 Lakh ex-showroom for C 200 (Petrol). X3 has 2998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while C-Class has 1993 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the X3 has a mileage of 16.55 kmpl (Diesel top model)> and the C-Class has a mileage of 23.0 kmpl (Diesel top model).

X3 Vs C-Class

Key HighlightsBMW X3Mercedes-Benz C-Class
PriceRs.82,67,374*Rs.78,07,735*
Mileage (city)-20.37 kmpl
Fuel TypeDieselDiesel
Engine(cc)19951993
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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BMW X3 vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class Comparison

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    BMW X3
    BMW X3
    Rs69.90 Lakh*
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    Mercedes-Benz C-Class
    Mercedes-Benz C-Class
    Rs66 Lakh*
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Basic Information
Brand Name
On Road Price
Rs.82,67,374*
Rs.78,07,735*
Offers & DiscountNoNo
User Rating
4.5
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4.4
Based on 17 Reviews
Finance Available (EMI)
Rs.1,57,354
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Rs.1,48,606
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Insurance
Rs.2,98,774
X3 Insurance
Engine and Transmission
Engine Type
2.0l 4Cylinder twin turbo
OM654M
Displacement (cc)
1995
1993
No Of Cylinder
Fast Charging
-
No
Battery Capacity
-
48 V
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
187.74bhp@5200rpm
261.49bhp@4200rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
400Nm@1750-2500rpm
550Nm@1800-2200rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Supply System
-
ISG
Turbo Charger
Twin
yes
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Gear Box
8 Speed
9G TRONIC
Mild Hybrid
-
Yes
Drive TypeNo
Clutch TypeNoNo
Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Mileage (City)No
20.37 kmpl
verified
Mileage (ARAI)
16.55 kmpl
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Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Available (Litres)
Not Available (Litres)
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI
BS VI
Top Speed (Kmph)No
250
Drag CoefficientNoNo
Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension
independent damping
Adaptive Damping System
Rear Suspension
independent damping
Adaptive Damping System
Steering Type
Electric
-
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
-
Rear Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
-
Top Speed (Kmph)
-
250
0-100kmph (Seconds)
7.9
5.7s
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI
BS VI
Tyre Size
245/50 R19
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Tyre Type
Tubeless, Radial
Tubeless,Radial
Alloy Wheel Size
19
18
Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)
4708
4793
Width (mm)
2138
2033
Height (mm)
1676
1446
Wheel Base (mm)
2864
2865
Kerb Weight (kg)
1865
1675
Rear Headroom (mm)
-
955
verified
Rear Legroom (mm)
-
357
Front Headroom (mm)
-
1041
verified
Front Legroom (mm)
-
295
verified
Front Shoulder Room (mm)
1522
verified
-
Rear Shoulder Room (mm)
1477
verified
-
Seating Capacity
5
5
Boot Space (Litres)
-
540
No. of Doors
5
5
Comfort & Convenience
Power SteeringYesYes
Power Windows FrontYesYes
Power Windows RearYesYes
Power BootYesYes
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
2 Zone
Air Quality Control
-
Yes
Low Fuel Warning LightYesYes
Accessory Power OutletYesYes
Vanity MirrorYesYes
Rear Reading LampYes
-
Rear Seat HeadrestYesYes
Adjustable HeadrestYesYes
Rear Seat Centre Arm RestYes
-
Height Adjustable Front Seat BeltsYesYes
Cup Holders FrontYesYes
Cup Holders RearYesYes
Rear AC Vents
-
Yes
Seat Lumbar Support
-
Yes
Active Noise CancellationYesYes
Multifunction Steering WheelYesYes
Cruise ControlYesYes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Navigation SystemYesYes
Find My Car Location
-
Yes
Foldable Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
40:20:40 Split
Engine Start Stop ButtonYesYes
Glove Box Cooling
-
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front Door
Voice ControlYesYes
Steering Wheel Gearshift PaddlesYes
-
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Steering Mounted Tripmeter
-
Yes
Central Console ArmrestYesYes
Tailgate AjarYesYes
Hands-Free TailgateYesYes
Gear Shift Indicator
-
Yes
Luggage Hook And NetYesYes
Additional Features
including Automatic Hold Function, Servotronic assistance at all speed ranges, Cruise Control with braking function, BMW Driving Experience Control (Modes: ECOPRO, COMFORT, SPORT), Dynamic Damper Control Infinite and independent damping, as suspensions automatically adapt to all kind of road conditions, Automatic operation of tail gate, Automatic air-conditioning 3-zone with digital display, Seat adjustment electrical driver and passenger with memory function for driver, Automatic Start/Stop function, Brake Energy Regeneration,Performance Control Variable torque split at the rear wheels with Automatic differential locks (ADB-X)
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Memory Function Seats
Front
Front
One Touch Operating Power Window
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
3
4
Air ConditionerYesYes
HeaterYesYes
Adjustable SteeringYesYes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Interior
TachometerYesYes
Electronic Multi TripmeterYesYes
Leather SeatsYesYes
Leather Steering WheelYesYes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
-
Yes
Glove CompartmentYesYes
Digital ClockYesYes
Outside Temperature DisplayYesYes
Digital OdometerYesYes
Electric Adjustable Seats
Front
Front
Driving Experience Control EcoYesYes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Yes
Ventilated Seats
-
Yes
Dual Tone DashboardYesYes
Additional Features
gearshift paddles on the steering wheel, Instrument cluster with M-specific display, M radio remote control with clasp in blue, Ambient light with 6 pre-defined selectable light designs in various colours with contour and mood lighting- additionally with Welcome Light Carpet, automatic anti-dazzle function, Floor mats in velour, Multifunction Sport leather steering wheel, M leather steering wheel, Roller sunblind for rear-side windows, mechanical, Galvanic embellish in chrome for controls, Instrument panel in Sensatec, Storage Compartment package and storage nets behind the front seat backrests, Brushed Aluminium Fine Cutting with Highlight Trim Finisher in Pearl Chrome, Sensatec Perforated Cognac, Sensatec Perforated Canberra Beige
AMG floor mats(comes with AMG floor mats), AMG Line interior( The AMG Line interior lends your vehicle a more visible and tangible sense of sportiness. Seats with sporty seat upholstery layout and redesigned headrest, Multifunction sports steering wheel in nappa leather, with horizontal twin-spokes, flat bottom, deep embossing in the grip area, steering-wheel bezel and steering-wheel paddle shifters in silver chrome, AMG brushed stainless steel sports pedals with black rubber studs, Ambient lighting, Instrument panel and beltlines in ARTICO man-made leather in black nappa look, 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, Floor mats in black with AMG lettering, Overhead control panel in high-gloss black)
Exterior
Available ColorsMineral WhitePhytonic BlueSophisto Grey Brilliant EffectBlack SapphireX3 ColorsSelenite GreyHigh Tech SilverManufaktur Opalite White BrightMojave SilverObsidian BlackCavansite Blue+1 MoreC-Class Colors
Body Type
Adjustable HeadlightsYesYes
Fog Lights FrontYesYes
Fog Lights RearNo
-
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View MirrorYesYes
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View MirrorNo
-
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
-
Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper
-
Yes
Rear Window WiperYes
-
Rear Window DefoggerYesYes
Alloy WheelsYesYes
Sun Roof
-
Yes
Moon Roof
-
Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
-
Yes
Integrated Antenna
-
Yes
Chrome GrilleYesYes
Chrome GarnishYesYes
Cornering FoglampsYesYes
Roof RailYes
-
Lighting
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
Trunk Opener
Smart
Smart
LED DRLsYesYes
LED Headlights
-
Yes
LED TaillightsYesYes
LED Fog LampsYesYes
Additional Features
Entry sills with M model inscription, M-specific pedals, M exterior designation on front side panel (left and right), Tailpipe finishers in gloss chrome, Adaptive LED Headlights(Accent lighting with turn indicators, low and high-beam in LED Technology, Hexagonally shaped daytime running lights and two-part LED tail lights, High-beam assist, LED Fog Lights (intgerated), Rain sensor and automatic driving lights, Exterior mirrors, electrically foldable, Panorama glass roof, Roof rails and exterior lines black high gloss, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille, 48.26 cm (19 inches) light alloy wheels Y-spoke style 887 M (Front/Rear:245/50 R19),
Multifunction sports steering wheel in nappa leather, DIGITAL LIGHT (DIGITAL LIGHT With more than 1.3 million pixels per headlamp),can experience brilliant lighting conditions – constantly adjusted to other road users and to the surroundings. This HD system responds with constantly adapted light to changing traffic, road or weather conditions)AMG Line exterior( The expressive bodystyling of the AMG Line lends the exterior of the C-Class a sporty, exclusive touch. AMG bodystyling consisting of AMG front apron with sporty, air intakes and chrome trim element, diffuser-look AMG rear apron with insert in black plus AMG side sill panels, Radiator grille with Mercedes-Benz pattern and integral Mercedes star as well as louvre in matt iridium silver with chrome insert, Exhaust system with two visible tailpipe trim elements integrated into the bumper, Night package ( The Night Package adds attractive features: many exterior elements are finished in black. AMG Line Exterior: radiator grille with Mercedes-Benz pattern with pins in high-gloss black, AMG front apron with trim (wing) in high-gloss black, Rear bumper with trim (wing) in high-gloss black, Beltline trim strip and window weatherstrip in high-gloss black, Exterior mirror housings painted high-gloss black)AMG bodystyling consisting of AMG front apron with sporty air intakes and chrome trim element, diffuser-look AMG rear apron with insert in black plus AMG side sill panels, Radiator grille with Mercedes-Benz pattern and integral Mercedes star as well as louvre in matt iridium silver with chrome insert, 18-inch AMG 5-spoke light-alloy wheels with a high-sheen finish, Exhaust system with two visible tailpipe trim elements integrated into the bumper, 18 inch AMG 5-spoke light-alloy wheels aerodynamically optimised
Tyre Size
245/50 R19
-
Tyre Type
Tubeless, Radial
Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size
-
-
Alloy Wheel Size
19
18
Safety
Anti Lock Braking SystemYesYes
Brake AssistYesYes
Central LockingYesYes
Power Door LocksYesYes
Child Safety LocksYesYes
Anti Theft AlarmYesYes
No Of Airbags
6
-
Driver AirbagYesYes
Passenger AirbagYesYes
Side Airbag FrontYesYes
Side Airbag RearYes
-
Day Night Rear View Mirror
Auto
Yes
Passenger Side Rear View MirrorYesYes
Rear Seat BeltsYesYes
Seat Belt WarningYesYes
Door Ajar WarningYesYes
Side Impact BeamsYesYes
Front Impact BeamsYesYes
Traction ControlYes
-
Adjustable SeatsYesYes
Tyre Pressure MonitorYesYes
Vehicle Stability Control SystemYesYes
Engine ImmobilizerYesYes
Crash SensorYesYes
Centrally Mounted Fuel TankYesYes
Engine Check WarningYesYes
Automatic HeadlampsYes
-
EBDYesYes
Electronic Stability ControlYesYes
Advance Safety Features
xDrive - intelligent 4WD with variable torque distribution, Automatic parking function for passenger side exterior mirror , Interior rear-view mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function, Intelligent Light Weight Construction with 50:50 load distribution, Airbags (Airbags for driver and front passenger, Head front and rear with Side airbags for driver and front passenger), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Brake Assist, BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system), Cornering Brake Control, Dynamic Stability Control including Dynamic Traction Control, Electronic vehicle iobilizer, Electric parking brake with auto hold function, ISOFIX child seat mounting, rear outward seats, Tyre Pressure Indicator, Run-Flat Tyres with reinforced side walls, Side-impact protection, Three-point seat belts at all seats, including pyrotechnic belt tensioners and belt force limiters in the front, Crash sensor and Dynamic braking lights,
Tyre pressure monitoring system, TIREFIT, Active Brake Assist, PRE-SAFE
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Yes
Rear CameraYesYes
Anti Theft DeviceYesYes
Anti Pinch Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Speed AlertYesYes
Speed Sensing Auto Door LockYesYes
Knee Airbags
-
Yes
Isofix Child Seat MountsYesYes
Heads Up DisplayYes
-
Pretensioners And Force Limiter SeatbeltsYesYes
Sos Emergency Assistance
-
Yes
Hill Descent ControlYes
-
Hill AssistYesYes
Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockYesYes
360 View CameraYes
-
Entertainment & Communication
RadioYesYes
Audio System Remote ControlYes
-
Speakers FrontYesYes
Speakers RearYesYes
Integrated2DINAudioYes
-
Wireless Phone ChargingYesYes
USB And Auxiliary InputYesYes
Bluetooth ConnectivityYesYes
Compass
-
Yes
Touch ScreenYesYes
Touch Screen Size
12.3
-
Connectivity
Android Auto,Apple CarPlay
-
Android AutoYesYes
Apple Car PlayYesYes
Number Of Speaker
-
13
Rear Entertainment SystemYes
-
Additional Features
BMW Live Cockpit Professional 12.3” Instrument Display, High-resolution 12.3” Control Display, BMW Operating System 7.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation function with 3D maps, Touch functionality, iDrive Touch Controller with turn and press function, BMW Virtual Assistant,, Wireless Smartphone Integration, Bluetooth with audio streaming, handsfree and USB connectivity, Gesture Control
Burmester 3D surround sound system (15 high-quality speakers with 710 watt)
Warranty
Introduction DateNoNo
Warranty TimeNoNo
Warranty DistanceNoNo
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BMW X3 price starts at Rs 67.50 Lakh & Mercedes-Benz C-Class price starts at Rs 60 Lakh in New Delhi. Mercedes-Benz C-Class is cheaper between these two cars.
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