Comparing the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and the MG Astor 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 MG Astor is priced at ₹1,101,000. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes with a 1496 cc (Petrol) / 1993 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the MG Astor's 1490 cc (NA) / 1349 cc (Turbo), producing 201 bhp (Petrol) / 194 bhp (Diesel) and 108 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 140 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.14 kmpl - ARAI for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class versus 15.3 kmpl (Turbo DCT) / 17.19 kmpl (NA CVT) - ARAI for the MG Astor. 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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| Displacement | 1496 cc (Petrol) / 1993 cc (Diesel) | 1490 cc (NA) / 1349 cc (Turbo) |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L M254 EQ Boost Mild Hybrid Petrol / 2.0L Diesel OM654 | 1.5L NA Petrol / 1.3L Turbo Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 Litres | 48 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel (Mild Hybrid) | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC Automatic | 5-Speed MT (NA) / CVT (NA AT) / 6-Speed DCT (Turbo) |
| Mileage | 16.14 kmpl - ARAI | 15.3 kmpl (Turbo DCT) / 17.19 kmpl (NA CVT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 (NA) / 4 (Turbo) |
| Power | 201 bhp (Petrol) / 194 bhp (Diesel) | 108 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 140 bhp @ 5000 rpm (Turbo) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol) / 440 Nm (Diesel) | 143 Nm @ 4200 rpm (NA) / 220 Nm @ 1600-3600 rpm (Turbo) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) | Manual / Automatic / CVT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 455 Litres | 443 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1790 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 112 mm | 183 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1635 kg | 1250 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4751 mm / 1820 mm / 1438 mm | 4323 mm / 1809 mm / 1648 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2865 mm | 2585 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| 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 | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC Active Distance | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (8-way) | — |
| Infotainment System | 11.9-inch Vertical MBUX Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.1-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - KEYLESS-GO | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes - Auto Folding | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | MB-Tex / Nappa Leather (AMG Line) | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | Burmester 15-Speaker (top) / 9-Speaker | Infinity 6-Speaker System |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (top) |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | Yes - Hey MG |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Not Available (Integrated) | Yes |
| Headlight | LED High Performance Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/50 R18 (front) / 245/45 R18 (rear) | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch AMG Multi-Spoke Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - BAS Plus | Yes |
| 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 | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Opalite WhiteObsidian BlackSelenite SilverSodalite BlueHigh-Tech Silver | Starry BlackStarburst WhiteAurora SilverGlazy RedCandy White |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | 3.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
