2014 BMW 4 Series vs. 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
When we compare the 2014 BMW 4 Series's and the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2014 BMW 4 Series has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2014 BMW 4 Series's and the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a better car than the 2014 BMW 4 Series.
2014 BMW 4 Series vs. 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Pricing
A used 2014 BMW 4 Series ranges from $12,007 to $25,402 while a used 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is priced between $9,919 to $38,806.
2014 BMW 4 Series vs. 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2014 BMW 4 Series loses 46.9 percent of its value and the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class loses 43.4 percent of its value. This means the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class retains 3.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2014 BMW 4 Series.
2014 BMW 4 Series vs. 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 4 Series is 7.8 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz C-Class' quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the BMW 4 Series being ranked 16 out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class being ranked 14 out of 30. Out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars, the BMW 4 Series is ranked 18 and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is ranked 15. The BMW 4 Series is also ranked 21 out of 33 Best Luxury Coupes while the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is ranked 13 out of 33.
2014 BMW 4 Series vs. 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW 4 Series is 7.2 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz C-Class the reliability rating is 7.7 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz C-Class a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 4 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2014 BMW 4 Series’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class base engine makes 201 horsepower. The 4 Series is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 553 miles. The C-Class is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 539 miles. This gives the 2014 BMW 4 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
12007 - 25402
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.468597
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9919 - 38806
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.433735
BMW 4 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.185996 / 10
Reliability:
7.671991 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 4 Series Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 15Ranking
13 out of / 36Ranking
13 out of / 33Ranking
13 out of / 21Ranking
14 out of / 36Ranking
15 out of / 33Ranking
15 out of / 19Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 36Ranking
19 out of / 30Ranking
19 out of / 30Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 33Ranking
21 out of / 26Ranking
22 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 33Ranking
24 out of / 31Ranking
27 out of / 33Mercedes-Benz C-Class Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 33Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 10Ranking
10 out of / 19Ranking
10 out of / 15Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
11 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 33Ranking
12 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 36Ranking
13 out of / 33Ranking
13 out of / 33Ranking
14 out of / 36Ranking
14 out of / 30Ranking
15 out of / 36Ranking
20 out of / 33Ranking
20 out of / 26Ranking
23 out of / 31Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2014 BMW 4 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Trim Levels
C 250, C 350, C 350 4MATIC, C 63 AMG, C 250 Luxury, C 250 Sport, C 300 Luxury 4MATIC, C 300 Sport 4MATIC, C 350 Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
255 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
201 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
229 foot-lbs @ 2200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 35 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
363 / 553 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 539 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.3 inches
Cargo Space:
11.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
81.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3495 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
54.2 inches
Length:
182.6 inches
Wheelbase:
110.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3538 lbs
Width:
79.1 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
180.7 inches
Wheelbase:
108.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17