Comparing the BMW Z4 and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW Z4 is available at ₹8,999,000, while the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is priced at ₹6,199,000. On the engine front, the BMW Z4 comes with a 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's 1496 cc (Petrol) / 1993 cc (Diesel), producing 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) and 201 bhp (Petrol) / 194 bhp (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 11 kmpl (approx) for the BMW Z4 versus 16.14 kmpl - ARAI for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Displacement | 1998 cc (sDrive20i) / 2998 cc (M40i) | 1496 cc (Petrol) / 1993 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Petrol / 3.0L B58 TwinPower Petrol | 1.5L M254 EQ Boost Mild Hybrid Petrol / 2.0L Diesel OM654 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 Litres | 66 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC Automatic |
| Mileage | 11 kmpl (approx) | 16.14 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 (sDrive20i) / 6 (M40i) | 4 |
| Power | 197 bhp (sDrive20i) / 387 bhp (M40i) | 201 bhp (Petrol) / 194 bhp (Diesel) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 320 Nm (sDrive20i) / 500 Nm (M40i) | 300 Nm (Petrol) / 440 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 281 Litres | 455 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2135 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 132 mm | 112 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1470 kg (sDrive20i) | 1635 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4335 mm / 1864 mm / 1304 mm | 4751 mm / 1820 mm / 1438 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 2 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2470 mm | 2865 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Single-Zone Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Instrument Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control (M40i) | Yes - DISTRONIC Active Distance |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | Yes - Front (8-way) |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 11.9-inch Vertical MBUX Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes - KEYLESS-GO |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes - Auto Folding |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | N/A (2-seater) | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) | MB-Tex / Nappa Leather (AMG Line) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker | Burmester 15-Speaker (top) / 9-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Electric Retractable Soft-Top | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | — | Yes - Hey Mercedes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Not Available (Integrated) |
| Headlight | Adaptive LED Headlamps | LED High Performance Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Roadster) | Defogger Only |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R18 (front) / 245/35 R18 (rear) | 225/50 R18 (front) / 245/45 R18 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels / 19-inch M Alloy (M40i) | 18-inch AMG Multi-Spoke Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M ABS (M40i) | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags (including Rollover Protection) | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - BAS Plus |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes - ESP with EBP |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° Camera System |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireMisano BlueThundernight PurpleFrozen OrangeSkyscraper GreySanremo GreenSan Francisco RedFrozen GreyFrozen Deep Green | Opalite WhiteObsidian BlackSelenite SilverSodalite BlueHigh-Tech Silver |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
