2019 BMW 3 Series vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
In comparing the 2019 BMW 3 Series's and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2019 BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability and interior volume. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value and overall quality score. The 2019 BMW 3 Series and 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2019 BMW 3 Series's and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2019 BMW 3 Series vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Pricing
A used 2019 BMW 3 Series ranges from $24,743 to $34,858 while a used 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is priced between $23,999 to $43,191.
2019 BMW 3 Series vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 BMW 3 Series loses 52.3 percent of its value and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class loses 46.8 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class retains 5.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 BMW 3 Series.
2019 BMW 3 Series vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 3 Series is 8.7 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz C-Class' quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the BMW 3 Series being ranked 7 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class being ranked 4 out of 36. Out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars, the BMW 3 Series is ranked 7 and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is ranked 4.
2019 BMW 3 Series vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW 3 Series is 8.4 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz C-Class the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the BMW 3 Series a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2019 BMW 3 Series and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class makes 255 horsepower. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 562 miles. The C-Class is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 592 miles.This gives the 2019 BMW 3 Series the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2019 BMW 3 Series has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the area of rear shoulder room. The 2019 BMW 3 Series and 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class are comparable in regards to rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2019 BMW 3 Series and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$24,743 - $34,858
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$23,999 - $43,191
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.8%
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 3 Series Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 32Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
32 out of / 36Mercedes-Benz C-Class Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 10Ranking
11 out of / 30Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
16 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 32Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Trim Levels
Not yet available
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1550 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.075 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):
26 / 36 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
406 / 562 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
400 / 592 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
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
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
94.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
12.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3589 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
185.7 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3417 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
184.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17
