INFINITI Q60 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the INFINITI Q60 and Mercedes-Benz C-Class contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the INFINITI Q60 and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

In comparing the INFINITI Q60's and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the INFINITI Q60 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the INFINITI Q60's and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a better car than the INFINITI Q60.

Pricing: A used 2022 INFINITI Q60 ranges from $33,933 to $58,791 while a used 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is priced between $37,691 to $57,982.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the INFINITI Q60 loses 43.8 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class loses 41 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz C-Class retains 2.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the INFINITI Q60.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the INFINITI Q60 is 7.0 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz C-Class' quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the INFINITI Q60 being ranked 28 out of 41 Best Luxury Sports Cars and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class being ranked 12 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the INFINITI Q60 is 6.3 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 an advantage in reliability compared to the INFINITI Q60.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the INFINITI Q60’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class base engine makes 255 horsepower. The Q60 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 560 miles. The C-Class is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 609 miles. This gives the Mercedes-Benz C-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the INFINITI Q60. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The INFINITI Q60, a sports car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, and cargo space.