Comparing the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and the Toyota Innova Hycross 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 Toyota Innova Hycross is priced at ₹2,543,000. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes with a 1496 cc (Petrol) / 1993 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Toyota Innova Hycross's 1987 cc, producing 201 bhp (Petrol) / 194 bhp (Diesel) and 186.4 bhp @ 6600 rpm (Hybrid) / 174 bhp @ 6600 rpm (Petrol) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.14 kmpl - ARAI for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class versus 23.24 kmpl (Hybrid) / 16.13 kmpl (Petrol) - ARAI for the Toyota Innova Hycross. 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 | — | 168-cell Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) Hybrid Battery |
| Displacement | 1496 cc (Petrol) / 1993 cc (Diesel) | 1987 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 | 2.0L TNGA 5th Gen VVTi (Strong Hybrid) / 2.0L Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 Litres | 52 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel (Mild Hybrid) | Petrol / Strong Hybrid |
| Gearbox | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC Automatic | e-Drive (Hybrid) / CVT (Petrol) |
| Mileage | 16.14 kmpl - ARAI | 23.24 kmpl (Hybrid) / 16.13 kmpl (Petrol) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 201 bhp (Petrol) / 194 bhp (Diesel) | 186.4 bhp @ 6600 rpm (Hybrid) / 174 bhp @ 6600 rpm (Petrol) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric (Push Button Start) |
| Torque | 300 Nm (Petrol) / 440 Nm (Diesel) | 188 Nm @ 4398-5196 rpm (Hybrid) / 205 Nm @ 4400-5200 rpm (Petrol) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) | Automatic (CVT / e-Drive) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 455 Litres | 300 Litres (2nd & 3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 2400 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 112 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1635 kg | 1870 kg (Hybrid) / 1730 kg (Petrol) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4751 mm / 1820 mm / 1438 mm | 4755 mm / 1850 mm / 1790 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 / 8 |
| Wheelbase | 2865 mm | 2850 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control (top) / Single Zone (base) |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Instrument Display | 7-inch Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC Active Distance | Yes - Adaptive Cruise Control (ADAS variants) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (8-way) | Yes - Driver & Passenger (ZX) |
| Infotainment System | 11.9-inch Vertical MBUX Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.1-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Wireless (ZX variant) / 8-inch (GX) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - KEYLESS-GO | Yes - Smart Entry |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes - Auto Folding | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes - All 4 Windows |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes - Rear & 3rd Row AC Vents |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes - Rear Centre Armrest |
| Seat Upholstery | MB-Tex / Nappa Leather (AMG Line) | Leatherette (GX+) / Fabric (G base) |
| Sound System | Burmester 15-Speaker (top) / 9-Speaker | JBL 9-Speaker Premium Audio System (ZX) / 4 Speakers (GX) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (VX(O) and ZX variants) |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes - Front & Rear |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (VX and ZX variants) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Not Available (Integrated) | Yes - LED Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | LED High Performance Headlamps | LED 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) | 225/50 R18 (top) / 205/65 R16 (base) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch AMG Multi-Spoke Alloy Wheels | 17-inch / 18-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Side, 2 Curtain) |
| Brake Assist | Yes - BAS Plus | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESP with EBP | Yes - Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - Hill Assist Control |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera System | Yes - 360-degree Camera (GX(O)+) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Opalite WhiteObsidian BlackSelenite SilverSodalite BlueHigh-Tech Silver | Platinum White PearlSuper WhiteBlacklish Ageha Glass FlakeAttitude BlackSilver MetallicAvant-Garde Bronze |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | 4.1 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
