Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3 Series
When comparing the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's and the BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's and the BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a better car than the BMW 3 Series.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class loses 53.3 percent of its value and the BMW 3 Series loses 58.8 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz C-Class retains 5.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW 3 Series.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is 8.0 out of 10 while the BMW 3 Series' quality rating is 7.3 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz C-Class being ranked 2 out of 6 Best Hybrid Luxury Small Cars and the BMW 3 Series being ranked 3 out of 6. Out of 5 Best Hybrid Luxury Compact Cars, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is ranked 2 and the BMW 3 Series is ranked 3. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is also ranked 3 out of 21 Best Luxury Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) while the BMW 3 Series is ranked 5 out of 21. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is also ranked 6 out of 29 Best Luxury Hybrid Cars while the BMW 3 Series is ranked 9 out of 29.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is 7.9 out of 10. For the BMW 3 Series the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz C-Class a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 3 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class’s base engine makes 671 horsepower, and the BMW 3 Series base engine makes 288 horsepower.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.533457
Pricing
New Asking Price:
48828 - 58281
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.588019
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.971991 / 10
Reliability:
7.943982 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.304215 / 10
Reliability:
7.508429 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Rankings
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9 out of / 29BMW 3 Series Rankings
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25 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Trim Levels
AMG C 63 S E Performance
BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
330e, 330e xDrive
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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:
671 hp @ 6750 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.172 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
288 hp @ 3800 rpm
Torque:
310 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
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 Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
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:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
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:
21.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
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:
9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
94.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3893 lbs
Width:
80 inches
Height:
57.4 inches
Length:
190.6 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4083 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/40R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18