Comparing the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and the Tata Punch 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 Tata Punch is priced at ₹564,990. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes with a 1496 cc (Petrol) / 1993 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Tata Punch's 1199 cc, producing 201 bhp (Petrol) / 194 bhp (Diesel) and 87.8 PS @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.14 kmpl - ARAI for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class versus 20 kmpl for the Tata Punch. 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 Lead-Acid Maintenance-Free starter unit |
| Displacement | 1496 cc (Petrol) / 1993 cc (Diesel) | 1199 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 | 1.2L Revotron |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 Litres | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel (Mild Hybrid) | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC Automatic | 5-Speed Manual/AMT |
| Mileage | 16.14 kmpl - ARAI | 20 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 201 bhp (Petrol) / 194 bhp (Diesel) | 87.8 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol) / 440 Nm (Diesel) | 115 Nm @ 3250 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) | Manual / Automatic (AMT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 455 Litres | 366 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1440 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 112 mm | 193 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1635 kg | 1000 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4751 mm / 1820 mm / 1438 mm | 3876, 1742, 1615 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2865 mm | 2445 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Electric Power Steering with Tilt adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote central locking with flip key or wearable smart key configurations |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Fully Automatic Climate Control with 'Xpress Cool' function |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Instrument Display | 4-inch LCD digital driver display cluster up to a 7-inch semi-digital color TFT console on top tiers |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC Active Distance | Available standard on mid-to-high trims |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (8-way) | — |
| Infotainment System | 11.9-inch Vertical MBUX Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch or an upgraded premium 10.25-inch Touchscreen Infotainment system by Harman with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - KEYLESS-GO | Passive smart key proximity sensor with Engine |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes - Auto Folding | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front and Rear power windows with driver-side auto-down toggle switch |
| Push Start | Yes | Start/Stop push button |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | MB-Tex / Nappa Leather (AMG Line) | Premium fabric seats matching variant-specific interior persona layouts |
| Sound System | Burmester 15-Speaker (top) / 9-Speaker | 6-Speaker Premium Audio Array |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof | Voice-assisted Electric Sunroof with anti-pinch protection |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Primary Type-A media port along with a 12V auxiliary outlet, while the rear console features a high-output fast-charging USB Type-C port |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Standard front and rear bumpers accented with Granite Black rugged lower body cladding |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Integrated LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Not Available (Integrated) | Front Halogen Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | LED High Performance Headlamps | Halogen Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically adjustable and auto-folding side mirrors with integrated LED side indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Rear Windscreen Smart Wiper, Wash, and Defogger layout equipped |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps with signature geometric styling lines |
| Tyre Size | 225/50 R18 (front) / 245/45 R18 (rear) | 195/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless Tyres |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch AMG Multi-Spoke Alloy Wheels | Steel Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - BAS Plus | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESP with EBP | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Standard outboard rear seat provisions included |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera System | 360-Degree Surround View Camera System |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Available highline |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Opalite WhiteObsidian BlackSelenite SilverSodalite BlueHigh-Tech Silver | Pristine WhiteDaytona GreyBengal RougeCoorg CloudsCaramelCyantafic |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
