Comparing the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the Tata Altroz Racer side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is available at ₹8,999,000, while the Tata Altroz Racer is priced at ₹948,999. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class comes with a 1999 cc unit compared to the Tata Altroz Racer's 1199 cc, producing 258 bhp (Petrol) / 197 bhp (Diesel) and 120 PS @ 5500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.9 kmpl - ARAI for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class versus 19 kmpl for the Tata Altroz Racer. 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 | 1999 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0L M254 EQ Boost Petrol / 2.0L OM654 Diesel | 1.2-litre Turbocharged Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 Litres | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel (Mild Hybrid) | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC | 6-Speed Mechanical Gearbox |
| Mileage | 14.9 kmpl - ARAI | 19 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 258 bhp (Petrol) / 197 bhp (Diesel) | 120 PS @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Smart-Key Passive Engine Push Start/Stop Button |
| Torque | 400 Nm (Petrol) / 440 Nm (Diesel) | 170 Nm @ 1750–4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 540 Litres | 345 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 108 mm | 165 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1870 kg | 1036 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4949 mm / 1880 mm / 1468 mm | 3990 mm, 1755 mm, 1523 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2961 mm | 2501 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Electric power-assisted steering with manual Tilt adjustments |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Manual day/night anti-glare interior rearview mirror |
| Central Locking | Yes | Keyless remote entry with speed-sensing auto door lock capabilities |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Fully Automatic Climate Control system featuring an integrated "Xpress Cool" rapid drop utility |
| Cluster | 14.4-inch MBUX Display + 14.4-inch Co-Pilot Display | 17.78 cm (7-inch) fully digital color driver's instrumentation console display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Multicontour) | Segment-first 3-stage front-row ventilated seats |
| Infotainment System | 14.4-inch MBUX Hyperscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) high-definition touchscreen console utilizing a smooth UI skin with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - KEYLESS-GO | Smart proximity key fob access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Comfort power window operation across front and rear doors |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Dedicated rear-facing cabin cooling ducts |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather (top) / MB-Tex | Premium full leatherette black upholstery with dual contrast racing stripes and special "Racer" headrest embossing |
| Sound System | Burmester 3D 17-Speaker Surround (top) / Burmester 9-Speaker | Advanced 8-Speaker surround system tuned by HARMAN |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof | Voice-assisted single-pane electric sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | High-output front and rear Type-A and Type-C fast-charging ports |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | Multi-lingual voice recognition assistant controlling media, navigation, and sunroof configurations |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Built-in inductive smartphone wireless charging pad |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Sporty front and rear bumper profiles featuring specialized dual-tip exposed functional exhaust ends |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Integrated sharp LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - Integrated | Bumper-integrated front fog lamps |
| Headlight | Digital Light LED Headlamps | Sleek automatic projector LED headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically adjustable and power-folding side mirrors finished in high-gloss black with integrated side turn blinkers |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Integrated rear window wiper assembly with glass heating defogger grid lines |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Clear-lens split LED taillight array |
| Tyre Size | 245/45 R19 (front) / 275/40 R19 (rear) | 185/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch AMG Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 9 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - PRE-SAFE Brake | Electronic hydraulic brake actuation assist. |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESP 9.1 | Advanced Electronic Stability Control with Electronic Traction Control |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Active Hill Hold Control logic system |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Standard rear seat safety anchors |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | 360-degree high-definition surround-view parking camera matrix offering a live blind-view display |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Sonar-guided reverse distance sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Intelligent real-time Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHigh-Tech SilverNautic BlueGraphite GreyVerde Silver | Atomic OrangePure GreyAvenue White |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
