BMW 4 Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
When comparing the BMW 4 Series's and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, The Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The BMW 4 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW 4 Series's and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a better car than the BMW 4 Series.
BMW 4 Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Pricing
A used 2024 BMW 4 Series ranges from $47,690 to $66,639 while a used 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is priced between $47,039 to $58,250. For a new model, the BMW 4 Series's price is between $51,176 and $72,072, with the Mercedes-Benz C-Class priced between $49,164 and $62,438.
BMW 4 Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW 4 Series loses 50 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class loses 46.8 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz C-Class retains 3.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW 4 Series.
BMW 4 Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 4 Series is 6.9 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 21 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 24 and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is ranked 7.
BMW 4 Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW 4 Series is 5.8 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 an advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 4 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the BMW 4 Series and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class makes 255 horsepower.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 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:
51176 - 72072
Used Asking Price:
47690 - 66639
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.499867
Pricing
New Asking Price:
49164 - 62438
Used Asking Price:
47039 - 58250
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.467992
BMW 4 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
5.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 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
11 out of / 30Ranking
12 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 15Ranking
14 out of / 36Ranking
15 out of / 36Ranking
16 out of / 21Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
19 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 31Ranking
24 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 36Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
33 out of / 36Mercedes-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, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
BMW 4 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Trim Levels
AMG C 43, C 300, C 300 4MATIC
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):
0.067 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 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):
25 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet 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
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:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
91.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
12.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3792 lbs
Width:
81.6 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
188.5 inches
Wheelbase:
112.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3825 lbs
Width:
80 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
187 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R18