Comparing the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and the Tata Tiago 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 Tiago is priced at ₹499,000. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes with a 1496 cc (Petrol) / 1993 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Tata Tiago's 1199 cc, producing 201 bhp (Petrol) / 194 bhp (Diesel) and Petrol: 84–86 bhp @ 6000 rpm; CNG: 72–74 bhp respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.14 kmpl - ARAI for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class versus Petrol: 19 kmpl; CNG: 28 km/kg for the Tata Tiago. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | — | 12V |
| Displacement | 1496 cc (Petrol) / 1993 cc (Diesel) | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | FWD |
| Engine Type | 1.5L M254 EQ Boost Mild Hybrid Petrol / 2.0L Diesel OM654 | 1.2L Revotron Petrol (3-cyl), 1.2L i-CNG (3-cyl) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 Litres | Petrol: 35 L; CNG: 60 L cylinder |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel (Mild Hybrid) | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC Automatic | 5-speed |
| Mileage | 16.14 kmpl - ARAI | Petrol: 19 kmpl; CNG: 28 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 201 bhp (Petrol) / 194 bhp (Diesel) | Petrol: 84–86 bhp @ 6000 rpm; CNG: 72–74 bhp |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Key / Push Start |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol) / 440 Nm (Diesel) | Petrol: 113 Nm @ 3300 rpm; CNG: 95–97 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) | Manual / AMT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 455 Litres | 242 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 500 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 112 mm | 168–170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1635 kg | 935–991 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4751 mm / 1820 mm / 1438 mm | 3769 mm × 1677 mm × 1536 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2865 mm | 2400 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt only |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual AC / Automatic |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Instrument Display | Analog + Digital MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC Active Distance | No |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (8-way) | No |
| Infotainment System | 11.9-inch Vertical MBUX Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch / 10.25-inch touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - KEYLESS-GO | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes - Auto Folding | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | No |
| Seat Upholstery | MB-Tex / Nappa Leather (AMG Line) | Premium Fabric |
| Sound System | Burmester 15-Speaker (top) / 9-Speaker | Harman audio system |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof | No |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Not Available (Integrated) | Yes |
| Headlight | LED High Performance Headlamps | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically adjustable & foldable |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Conventional with LED elements |
| Tyre Size | 225/50 R18 (front) / 245/45 R18 (rear) | 175/65 R14 or 175/60 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch AMG Multi-Spoke Alloy Wheels | Steel / Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 2 Standard |
| Brake Assist | Yes - BAS Plus | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESP with EBP | No |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera System | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | No |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Opalite WhiteObsidian BlackSelenite SilverSodalite BlueHigh-Tech Silver | Flame Red, Opal White, Daytona Grey, Midnight Plum, Arizona Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
