2021 BMW 4 Series vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
In comparing the 2021 BMW 4 Series's and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2021 BMW 4 Series has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2021 BMW 4 Series and 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 BMW 4 Series's and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a better car than the 2021 BMW 4 Series.
2021 BMW 4 Series vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Pricing
A used 2021 BMW 4 Series ranges from $35,742 to $53,988 while a used 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is priced between $27,635 to $47,989.
2021 BMW 4 Series vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 BMW 4 Series loses 46.9 percent of its value and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class loses 46.8 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class retains 0.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 BMW 4 Series.
2021 BMW 4 Series vs. 2020 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 8.9 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 7 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 7.
2021 BMW 4 Series vs. 2020 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 8.2 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 base engine of both the 2021 BMW 4 Series and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class makes 255 horsepower. The 4 Series is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 530 miles. The C-Class is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 609 miles.This gives the 2021 BMW 4 Series the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2021 BMW 4 Series has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
35742 - 53988
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.468597
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
27635 - 47989
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.467992
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:
8.890663 / 10
Reliability:
8.171991 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
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
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 10Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 31Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 BMW 4 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
2020 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):
Not yet available
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):
0.073 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 / 34 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
406 / 530 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):
24 / 35 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
418 / 609 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
86.0 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:
3578 lbs
Width:
81.9 inches
Height:
54.6 inches
Length:
187.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3472 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
56.3 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:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18