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Mercedes-Benz C-Class Vs BMW 5 Series comparison

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class Price
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₹ 61 Lakh
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₹ 77.81 Lakh
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class Vs BMW 5 Series Comparison: Which Car is Better?

Trying to figure out which of these cars to buy? Compare the C-Class Vs 5 Series on carandbike to make an informed buying decision as to which car to buy in 2026. This comparison has been carried out on the basis of prices, engine specifications, mileage, and features of these cars.

C-Class Vs 5 Series – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the Petrol BMW 5 Series in New Delhi starts at ₹ 77.81 Lakh. On the other hand, Mercedes-Benz C-Class price in New Delhi of base variant starts at ₹ 61 Lakh and goes up to Rs. ₹ 68 Lakh for range topping Petrol model. The base Diesel model of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class costs ₹ 62 Lakh.

SummaryMercedes-Benz C-ClassBMW 5 Series
Price₹ 61 Lakh₹ 77.81 Lakh
ManufacturerMercedes-BenzBMW
Body TypeSedanSedan
Mileage16.90 KM/L15.56 KM/L
Power201 bhp255 bhp @ 4500 rpm bhp
Engine1496 CC1998 CC
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol

C-Class Vs 5 Series – Which gives Better Mileage?

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the BMW 5 Series base Petrol engine returns 16 KM/L. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class base Petrol returns 14 KM/L, whereas its base Diesel counterpart gives 23 KM/L of fuel efficiency.

C-Class Vs 5 Series – Which has a Better Engine Efficiency?

In the powertrain department, the BMW 5 Series gets 255 bhp @ 4500 rpm bhp Petrol engine, whereas the Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes in 2 Petrol 201, 245 bhp engines and 197 bhp Diesel engine.

Engine & Performance

Engine Type 1.5-litre Turbo Petrol EngineTwinPower Turbo Inline 4-cylinder Engine
Displacement (CC) 1496 CC1998 CC
No. of Cylinders 44
Power 201 bhp@5800-6100 rpm255 bhp @ 4500 rpm
Torque 300 Nm@1800-4000 rpm400 Nm @ 1600 rpm
Top Speed N/A250
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph 7.36.5
No. of gears 98
Drive Train RWDRWD
Turbocharger N/AN/A
Emissions Standard N/ABS6 Phase 2

Dimensions & Weight

Length 4686 mm5165 mm
Width 1810 mm2156 mm
Height 1442 mm1518 mm
Wheelbase 2840 mm3105 mm
Ground Clearance 157 mm158 mm
Kerb Weight 1655 KG1750 KG

Capacity

Boot Space 480 L520 L
No. of Doors 44
No. of Rows N/A2
Seating Capacity 55
Fuel tank Capacity 66.068.0

Fuel Efficiency

Mileage ARAI 16.90 KM/L15.56 KM/L
Mileage - City 11.00 KM/L12.00 KM/L
Mileage - Highway 16.00 KM/L16.00 KM/L

Suspension Brakes & Steering

Front Suspension Agility Control Suspension With Selective Damping SystemDouble Arm Axle
Rear Suspension Agility Control Suspension With Selective Damping SystemAluminium Integral Axle
Front Brake Type DiscVentilated Disc
Rear Brake Type DiscVentilated Disc
Steering Type Electric Power SteeringElectric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS)
Steering Adjustability 1Tilt & Telescopic

Tyres & Wheels

Wheel Type Alloy WheelsAlloy Wheels
Tyre Type Tubeless RadialTubeless, Radial
Front Tyre Size 225/50 R17245/45 R18
Rear Tyre Size 225/50 R17275/40 R18
Spare Wheel Type N/AN/A
Spare Wheel Size N/AN/A

Comfort & Convenience

Air ConditionerDual Zone Automatic Climate ControlAutomatic Climate Control
Front AC-Dual Zone
Rear AC-Vents Behind Front Armrest
Third Row AC Zone-No
HeaterYesYes
Climate ControlYesDual Zone
Paddle ShiftYesYes
Idle Start/Stop Button-Yes
Cruise ControlYesAdaptive
Power Windows-Yes
Keyless EntryYesYes
Push Start Stop ButtonYesYes
Remote Engine Start-Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate-Yes
Steering Mounted AudioYesYes
Cooled Glovebox-Yes
Rain Sensing WipersYesYes
Automatic HeadlampsYesYes
Electric Tailgate-Yes
Adjustable ORVMs-Yes
Adjustable Rear Headrests--
Power Outlets 12VYesYes
Wireless Phone Charger-Yes
Preinstallation for Vehicle Set-Uptick-
2 X 12 V DC Connector + 2 X USB Port for Charging-cross
Ambient Illumination-cross
Electro Multi Vision Display-cross
Hands Free Power Rear Hatch-cross
Shimamoku ornamentation-cross
Wireless Charging-cross

Locks & Security

Engine ImmobilizerYesYes
Central Locking-Keyless
Speed Sensing Door LockYesYes
Child Safety LockYesYes

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment-Electrically Adjustable With Lumbar Support
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment-Manually Adjustable
Seat Upholstery-Leather
Rear ArmrestYesWith Cup Holder
Front ArmrestYesAvailable With Storage
Folding Rear Seat-Yes
Split Rear Seat-60:40 Split
Front Seatback Pockets-Yes
Headrests-Front And Rear
Ventilated Seats-Front
Seat Memory Function-Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts-Yes

Safety & Security

No. of Airbags-tick
Driver AirbagsYesYes
Passenger AirbagsYesYes
Side AirbagsYesYes
Rear Side Airbag-Yes
Curtain Airbag-Yes
Knee Airbags-Yes
ABSYesYes
Electronic Brakeforce DistributionYesYes
Electronic Stability ProgramYesYes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror-Yes
Hill Hold Control-Yes
Hill AssistYesYes
Hill Descent Control-No
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)-Yes
Traction ControlYesYes
Blind Spot Monitoring-Yes
Lane Assist-Yes
Forward Collision Warning-Yes
Auto Emergency Braking-Yes
Driver Drowsiness Detection-Yes
Child Seat Anchor Points-Yes
Parking Sensors-Front, Rear
Speed Alert System-Yes
Parking Assistance-Rear Camera With Guidelines
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock-Yes
Dashcam-Yes
Electric ORVM Heating-Yes
Anti Theft System with Siren, Intrusion (Break-in) Sensor and Tilt Sensor-cross
Emergency Brake Signal-cross
Impact Sensing Fuel Cut-cross
Power Doorlock with Speed Lock Function-cross
Power Windows with Jam Protection and Speed Control-cross
Tyre Inflation Pressure Warning with Auto Location-cross

Lights

Automatic HeadlampsYesYes
Light TypeLEDLED
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)-LED
Turn Indicators on ORVMYesYes
Fog Lamps-LED
Ambient Lighting-Yes
Automatic High Beam Assist-Yes
Follow-Me-Home Headlamps-Yes
Cornering LightsYesYes
Cabin Lamps-Front And Rear

Exterior Features

Sunroof-Panoramic
Roof Rails-No
Shark Fin Antenna-Yes
Body-Coloured ORVMs-Yes
Chrome Accents-Yes
ORVM Adjustments-Electric
Rear Spoiler-Yes
Skid Plates-No
Side Steps-No

Instrumentation

Instrument Cluster-Digital
Trip Meter-Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Efficiency IndicatorYesYes
Average Speed-Yes
Clock-Digital
Low Fuel WarningYesYes
Door Ajar WarningYesYes
Adjustable Cluster Brightness-Yes
Gear Indicator-Yes
Shift Indicator-Yes
Tachometer-Digital
Seat Belt WarningYesYes

Entertainment

Infotainment System-Yes
Touchscreen Display Size-12.3 Inches
Audio System-Harman Kardon
Speakerstick16
Tweeters-tick
Subwoofer-Yes
GPS NavigationYesYes
Voice Commands-Yes
Smartphone Connectivity-Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Bluetooth SupportYesYes
USB SupportYesYes
AUX Compatibility-Yes
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring)-Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)-Yes
RadioYesYes
Apple Car Play TM & Android AutoTM-cross
Profile Function-cross

Advanced Features

Connected Car Technology-Yes
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA)-Yes
Geofencing-Yes
Digital Key-Yes
AI Voice Assistance-Yes
Auto Park Assist-Yes
Autonomous Driving Level-Level 2
SOS Button-Yes

Manufacturer Warranty

Type Battery Warranty-5 Years
Type Manufacturer Warranty-5 Years, 100,000 Km

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