Comparing the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and the Maruti Suzuki Swift 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 Maruti Suzuki Swift is priced at ₹578,900. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes with a 1496 cc (Petrol) / 1993 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Swift's 1197 cc, producing 201 bhp (Petrol) / 194 bhp (Diesel) and 82 PS @ 5700 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.14 kmpl - ARAI for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class versus Up to 22.56 km/l (MT), up to 22.38 km/l (AMT) for the Maruti Suzuki Swift. 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 | — | 12V Maintenance-Free Battery |
| Displacement | 1496 cc (Petrol) / 1993 cc (Diesel) | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L M254 EQ Boost Mild Hybrid Petrol / 2.0L Diesel OM654 | Z12E with ISS |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 Litres | 37 Petrol CNG: 55 (Water Filling Capacity) |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel (Mild Hybrid) | Petrol with CNG |
| Gearbox | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC Automatic | 5-speed MT / 5-speed AMT |
| Mileage | 16.14 kmpl - ARAI | Up to 22.56 km/l (MT), up to 22.38 km/l (AMT) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 201 bhp (Petrol) / 194 bhp (Diesel) | 82 PS @ 5700 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric Start |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol) / 440 Nm (Diesel) | 112 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) | Manual/ Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 455 Litres | 265 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1355 - 1425 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 112 mm | 163 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1635 kg | 920 - 990 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4751 mm / 1820 mm / 1438 mm | Length 3860 mm Width1735 mm Height 1520 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2865 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Steering |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Instrument Display | Analog Speedometer with Multi-Information Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC Active Distance | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (8-way) | — |
| Infotainment System | 11.9-inch Vertical MBUX Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch Touchscreen SmartPlay Studio |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - KEYLESS-GO | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes - Auto Folding | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes (select variants) |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | MB-Tex / Nappa Leather (AMG Line) | Fabric |
| Sound System | Burmester 15-Speaker (top) / 9-Speaker | 4-Speaker Audio System |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs (select variants) |
| Fog Lamps | Not Available (Integrated) | Front Fog Lamps (select variants) |
| Headlight | LED High Performance Headlamps | Halogen Projector |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Yes (higher variants) |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Combination Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/50 R18 (front) / 245/45 R18 (rear) | 165/80 R14 (lower variants), 185/65 R15 (higher variants) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch AMG Multi-Spoke Alloy Wheels | Steel Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | Dual Front Airbags (Standard) |
| Brake Assist | Yes - BAS Plus | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESP with EBP | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes (AMT variants) |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera System | Yes (select variants) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
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| Color Options | Opalite WhiteObsidian BlackSelenite SilverSodalite BlueHigh-Tech Silver | Sizzling RedLuster BlueMagma GreyNovel OrangeSplendid SilverPearl Arctic WhiteBluish BlackPearl Arctic White with Bluish BlackLuster Blue with Bluish BlackSizzling Red with Bluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
