Comparing the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 220d and the BMW 3 Series 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 C 220d is available at ₹6,000,000, while the BMW 3 Series is priced at ₹5,799,000. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 220d comes with a 1,993 cm³ unit compared to the BMW 3 Series's 1998 cc, producing 200 HP + 20 HP and 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at ~23 km/l for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 220d versus 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI for the BMW 3 Series. 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 | 1,993 cm³ | 1998 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | Diesel (Mild Hybrid) | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 9G-TRONIC | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | ~23 km/l | 16.84 kmpl (320d) / 15.39 kmpl (330i) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 200 HP + 20 HP | 255 bhp (330i M Sport) / 190 bhp (320d) |
| Starter | — | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 400 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | ~455 L | 480 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2075 kg |
| Ground Clearance | ~150 mm | 142 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1730 kg | 1535 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4751 x 1820 x 1438 mm | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1435 mm |
| Seating Capacity | — | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2865 mm | 2851 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | — | Tilt & Telescopic (electronic variable ratio) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | — | Yes |
| Climate Control | — | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | — | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Active Cruise Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Driver (top) |
| Infotainment System | — | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | — | Yes |
| Power Windows | — | Yes |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | — | SensaTec Leatherette / Merino Leather (top) |
| Sound System | — | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | — | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | — | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | — | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | — | Yes |
| DRLs | — | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | — | LED Adaptive Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | — | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Defogger Only (Sedan) |
| Tail Lamp Type | — | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | — | 225/50 R17 (base) / 225/40 R18 (top) |
| Tyre Type | — | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | — | 17-inch / 18-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | — | Yes |
| Airbags | — | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | — | Yes |
| EBD | — | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | — | Yes - DSC + DTC |
| Hill Hold Assist | — | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | — | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | — | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | — | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyPortimao BlueSan Remo GreenSkyscraper Grey |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
