Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW i4
In comparing the Mercedes-Benz C-Class to the BMW i4, 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, and interior volume. The BMW i4 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class versus the BMW i4, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a better car than the BMW i4.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class versus BMW i4 Pricing
A used 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class ranges from $46,560 to $57,324 while a used 2023 BMW i4 is priced between $55,800 to $77,770. For a new model, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's price is between $46,638 and $58,808, with the BMW i4 priced between $56,541 and $78,580.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class’s base engine makes 255 horsepower, and the BMW i4 base engine makes 281 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The BMW i4 has the advantage in the area of front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$46,638 - $58,808
Used Asking Price:
$46,560 - $57,324
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$56,541 - $78,580
Used Asking Price:
$55,800 - $77,770
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 39Ranking
3 out of / 8Most Reliable Luxury Small Cars
Ranking
7 out of / 39Luxury Small Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
18 out of / 39iSeeCars Rankings
Summary Review
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Summary Review
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Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Trim Levels
AMG C 43, AMG C 63 S, C 300, C 300 4MATIC
Trim Levels
eDrive35 Gran Coupe, eDrive40 Gran Coupe, M50 Gran Coupe
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
281 hp
Torque:
295 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 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 / 36 / 29
MPGe:
Not applicable
Range (city/hwy):
435 / 626 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity :
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
256 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Battery Size/Capacity:
70.2 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
12.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Cargo Space:
10 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.0 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4553 lbs
Width:
81.6 inches
Height:
57 inches
Length:
188.5 inches
Wheelbase:
112.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R18
