BMW 3 Series Vs Mercedes Benz C Class Review And Comparison
Are you thinking of buying a car? If your options have come down to the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, which was revamped last year with the addition of the more powerful C300d to the lineup and the BMW 3 Series which is quite popular, here is a BMW 3 Series VS Mercedes Benz C class review and comparison to make it easy for you.
Size and weight
The G20 generation of the BMW 3 Series is already in its sixth year. Compared to the previous generations, it has grown lighter thanks to its CLAR underpinnings. That’s bad news for Mercedes because the 3 Series is 1,450kg curb weight and is significantly less than the C-Class 1,715kg. Although you wouldn’t know it by looking at them side by side, the 3 Series are longer with an 11mm larger wheelbase at 2,851mm.
Style
The 3series- dual round exhaust outlet is a great addition, but the chrome wishbones in the bumpers are a little too much and would look better in gloss black, like on the Sport grade. The C-Class appears a touch stubby in profile, but in this C300d AMG Line trim and color, its generally conservative style sticks out with its sharper, more stylish creases. The C-Class appears sportier, thanks to the 18-inch AMG wheels and lower profile tires (225/45 R18 versus 225/50 R17), even though it is the more familiar-looking car. Even in reverse, the C-Class Multibeam LED headlights appear more ‘expensive’ than the BMW 3 series.
Interiors
The new 3 Series certainly appears to be more luxurious than prior models. The primary layout stays the same, but the freestanding infotainment screen, digital dials, wood vinyl center console, and switchgear feel more upscale. The new-generation iDrive is very easy to use, especially since it only offers wireless CarPlay and no option for Android users. The 10.25-inch infotainment screen is touch-enabled. However, the 10-speaker audio system sounds more vibrant than the Mercedes 9-speaker system. The C-Class envelops you in the same manner that the more costly E-Class does, and its open-pore wood and silver accents make you feel unique. Memory seats, a panoramic sunroof, motorized lumbar support, and adjustable steering are all features of the C-class 300d. Both have equal cargo capabilities. The C-Class has a tiny boot entrance, and the space saved erodes the height advantage. The 3 Series model has run-flats and defined 480-liter boot space.
Engine
The BMW features a twin-turbo unit (B47) to assist meet the emissions and efficiency targets, and it produces 190 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque. The Mercedes surpasses the BMW 3 series with 245 horsepower and 500 pound-feet of torque.
Performance and efficiency
The C- Class 300d accelerates to 100 km/h from a standstill in 6.4 seconds, compared to 6.8 seconds for the 320d. Both rear-wheel-drive cars- were tested in the rain, with the Mercedes spinning its wheels on the second gear shift, indicating that it might travel quicker. The BMW’s lower weight and relatively faster-moving 8-speed automatic, as well as the kick-down acceleration figures, help it stay in the race.
