Comparing the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and the Hyundai CRETA Electric side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is available at ₹6,199,000, while the Hyundai CRETA Electric is priced at ₹1,802,201. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.14 kmpl - ARAI for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class versus 510 km / full charge for the Hyundai CRETA Electric. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | — | Lithium-ion |
| Displacement | 1496 cc (Petrol) / 1993 cc (Diesel) | — |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | FWD |
| Engine Type | 1.5L M254 EQ Boost Mild Hybrid Petrol / 2.0L Diesel OM654 | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel (Mild Hybrid) | Electric (Battery) |
| Gearbox | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC Automatic | — |
| Mileage | 16.14 kmpl - ARAI | 510 km / full charge |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Power | 201 bhp (Petrol) / 194 bhp (Diesel) | 171 bhp (126 kW) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | — |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol) / 440 Nm (Diesel) | 255 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) | Single Speed Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 51.4 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | 4.8 hours (0-100%) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes, via CCS2 charging port with multi-color SOC indicator |
| Range | — | 510 km per full charge |
| Regenerative Braking | — | 4 levels of intensity, adjustable via steering-mounted paddle shifters |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 455 Litres | 433 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 112 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1635 kg | — |
| Length, Width, Height | 4751 mm / 1820 mm / 1438 mm | 4340 mm / 1790 mm / 1655 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2865 mm | 2610 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) with touch interface |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Instrument Display | 10.25-inch Full Digital Curvilinear twin-screen setup |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC Active Distance | Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (8-way) | Available (8-way Powered Driver Seat) |
| Infotainment System | 11.9-inch Vertical MBUX Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Dual 26.03 cm curvilinear screens (Cluster + Touchscreen) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - KEYLESS-GO | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes - Auto Folding | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | All 4 windows (Front & Rear); Driver’s window with Auto up/down and Safety Power (Anti-pinch) |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Included with dual cup holders |
| Seat Upholstery | MB-Tex / Nappa Leather (AMG Line) | Leatherette |
| Sound System | Burmester 15-Speaker (top) / 9-Speaker | Bose Premium 8-speaker system |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof | Voice-assisted Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Available (3 Type-C ports) |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | Available (Bluelink connected) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Horizon LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Not Available (Integrated) | LED Front Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | LED High Performance Headlamps | Quad-beam LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically Foldable and Adjustable with integrated LED Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Connected LED Tail Lamps with a signature light bar |
| Tyre Size | 225/50 R18 (front) / 245/45 R18 (rear) | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Low Rolling Resistance (LRR) |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch AMG Multi-Spoke Alloy Wheels | Aero alloy wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - BAS Plus | Emergency Brake Assist |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESP with EBP | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera System | 360-degree Surround View Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Opalite WhiteObsidian BlackSelenite SilverSodalite BlueHigh-Tech Silver | Ocean BlueAtlas WhiteFiery RedStarry NightTitanium BlackTitanium Black MatteRobust Emerald MatteTitan Grey Matte |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
