Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs BMW 5 Series [2013-2017]

CarWale brings you comparison of Mercedes-Benz C-Class and BMW 5 Series [2013-2017]. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class price is Rs. 59.40 Lakh and BMW 5 Series [2013-2017] price is Rs. 46.97 Lakh. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is available in 1496 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol) and BMW 5 Series [2013-2017] is available in 1995 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel. 5 Series [2013-2017] provides the mileage of 18.48 kmpl.

C-Class vs 5 Series [2013-2017] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	C-Class	5 Series [2013-2017]
Price	Rs. 59.40 Lakh	Rs. 46.97 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1496 cc	1995 cc
Power	201 bhp	190 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (TC)	Automatic
Fuel Type	Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol)	Diesel

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 200

Rs. 59.40 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

BMW 5 Series [2013-2017]

520d Prestige

Rs. 46.97 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 200

BMW 5 Series [2013-2017]

520d Prestige

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Top Speed (kmph)	246
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	7.3
Engine	1496 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1995 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	M264+EQ Boost	straight 4 cylinder diesel engine
Fuel Type	Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol)	Diesel
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	201 bhp @ 5800 rpm	190 bhp @ 4000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	300 Nm @ 1800-4000 rpm	400 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Max Motor Performance	20 bhp
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)		18.48View Mileage Details
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic - 8 Gears, Manual Override, Sport Mode
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged
Others	Regenerative Braking, Idle Start/Stop	Idle Start/Stop
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	4, DOHC	4, DOHC

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Four-link front axle, coil springs, gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabiliser
Rear Suspension	Five-link independent rear suspension, coil springs, gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabiliser
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver	Alloy
Front Tyres	205 / 55 R17	225 / 55 R17
Rear Tyres	205 / 55 R17	225 / 55 R17

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Puncture Repair Kit
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
High-beam Assist
Airbags	7 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Comfort & Convenience

Electronic Parking Brake	Auto Hold
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)	Yes (Automatic Climate Control)
Front AC	Two Zones, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC	Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - All	Electronic - Internal Only
Parking Assist	Automatic Parking
Cruise Control		Adaptive
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Electric Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets		1

Lighting

Ambient Interior Count	64
Headlights	LED	Bi-Xenon Projector
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights		Active
Taillights	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED
Fog Lights	LED
Ambient Interior Lighting
Puddle Lamps
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Rear Reading Lamp
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Scuff Plates	Metallic
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
One Touch Down	All	All
One Touch Up	All	All
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Chrome	Chrome
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Side Window Blinds	Rear - Manual	Rear - Manual
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Internal with Remote
Rear Windshield Blind	Electric	Electric

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto	Wireless
Apple CarPlay	Wireless
Display	Touch-screen Display	LCD Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	11.9
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	9	6+
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
Head Unit Size	Not Applicable	2 Din
iPod Compatibility

Mobile App Features

Storage
Airbags

Seats & Upholstery

Massage Seats
Driver Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down, headrest forward / back)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down, headrest forward / back)
Seat Upholstery	Leather	Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Ventilated Seats	Front only
Ventilated Seat Type	Heated and cooled
Interiors	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Customisable	Customisable
Rear Armrest	With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full
Split Rear Seat	40:20:40 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Digital	Analogue
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips	Multi-Function Display
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator		Dynamic
Tachometer	Digital	Analogue

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Sodalite Blue	Mediterranean Blue Metallic
	Obsidian Black	Imperial Blue Brilliant Effect
	Selenite Grey	Jatoba Metallic
	Mojave Silver	Sophisto Grey Brilliant Effect Metallic
	Opalith White	Black Sapphire Metallic
	Hi-Tech Silver	Carbon Black Metallic
		Space Grey
		Alpine White

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.8/5

6 Ratings

5.0/5

1 Rating

Rating Parameters	4.7Exterior	5.0Exterior
	4.7Comfort	5.0Comfort
	4.2Performance	5.0Performance
	4.2Fuel Economy	4.0Fuel Economy
	4.5Value for Money	5.0Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Mercedes review

The comfort this car provides is next level and of course, this is value for money in exchange if you planning to buy it or looking for the best one you should go for it. Hope you will like it.

BMW 5 series expert reviews

Very good comfort ,, stylish ,it gives an unique feel in night riding ,,, when you are in mountainous region its sunroof mesmerizes you definately... i noticed that it attract people attencen,,, performance is excellent no doubt ,,,fuel economy is good if u buy this type of car then u must have compromise a little bit ,, but acc to bmw 5 series it average is awesome ... maintance is normal not much .. overall this car is awesome and fully loaded ... no need to load any thing from market ......interior gives a very premium look ...

More Expert Reviews on C-Class and 5 Series [2013-2017]

2014 BMW 5 Series

By Desirazu Venkat29 Apr 2014

We evolve to adapt and when you adapt, it means you are making an effort to stay ahead in the game. It seems that BMW has taken this philosophy and applied it to its executive sedan the 5 Series in the face of evolving competition. The 2014 model is not a new car but rather one that has been adapted to the demands of its customers and various markets that it is sold in.

Length (mm)	4751	4899
Width (mm)	1820	2094
Height (mm)	1437	1464
Wheelbase (mm)	2865	2968
Ground Clearance (mm)		158
Kerb Weight (kg)		1950

Doors (Doors)	4	4
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Bootspace (litres)	455
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	50	65

Sunroof / Moonroof	Panoramic
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless	Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Find My Car
Check Vehicle Status via App
Geo-fence
Emergency Call
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

Cup Holders	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Driver Armrest Storage
Cooled Glovebox
Sunglass Holder

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	3	2
Warranty (In Kilometres)	Unlimited	Unlimited