BMW 3 Series Sedan vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BMW 3 Series Sedan and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp. and IC Star Automotive, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: BMW AG (bmw.co.th), via bmw.co.th.
BMW 3 Series Sedan
330e M Sport variant
- SRP
- ₱4,198,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱73,053
Photo: Mercedes-Benz Philippines (IC Star Automotive, Inc.), via mercedes-benz.ph.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan
C 180 Avantgarde variant
- SRP
- ₱3,990,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱69,433
How they differ
- The Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱3,990,000, which is ₱208,000 (5%) below the BMW 3 Series Sedan at ₱4,198,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the C-Class Sedan is estimated at ₱69,433 a month against ₱73,053 for the 3 Series Sedan, a difference of ₱3,620 a month.
- The 3 Series Sedan makes more power (292 PS against 170 PS for the C-Class Sedan).
- The 3 Series Sedan has more torque (420 Nm against 250 Nm for the C-Class Sedan).
- The 3 Series Sedan has the larger engine (1,998 cc against 1,496 cc for the C-Class Sedan).
- They differ in powertrain: the 3 Series Sedan has a plug-in hybrid powertrain, the C-Class Sedan a combustion engine.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BMW 3 Series Sedan330e M Sport, ₱4,198,000 | Mercedes-Benz C-Class SedanC 180 Avantgarde, ₱3,990,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 2.0L TwinPower Turbo inline-4 petrol, plug-in hybrid | 1.5L turbocharged inline-4 petrol, 48V EQ Boost mild hybrid |
| Displacement (differs) | 1998 cc | 1496 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 292 PS | 170 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | n/a | 5500 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 420 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | n/a | 1,800-4,000 |
| Fuel economy (differs) | n/a | 15.4 km/L |
| Emission standard (differs) | n/a | Euro 6d-ISC-FCM |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Motor power (differs) | 80 kW | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 8-speed automatic | 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain (differs) | Rear-wheel drive | n/a |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4713 mm | 4751 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1827 mm | n/a |
| Height (differs) | 1446 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2851 mm | 2865 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | n/a | 1625 kg |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 5 | n/a |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 40 L | n/a |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 375 L | n/a |
| Payload (differs) | n/a | 625 kg |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | n/a | AGILITY CONTROL suspension |
| Rear suspension (differs) | n/a | AGILITY CONTROL suspension |
| Wheels (differs) | n/a | 18-inch multi-spoke alloy, run-flat tyres |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | n/a | ABS with Brake Assist (BAS) |
| Airbags (differs) | n/a | 7 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | n/a | Active Brake Assist, Blind Spot Assist, ATTENTION ASSIST, cruise control with SPEEDTRONIC limiter, Active Parking Assist with PARKTRONIC and reversing camera |
| Stability control (differs) | n/a | Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Acceleration Slip Regulation |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | n/a | MBUX with 11.9-inch central touchscreen, hard-disc navigation and 'Hey Mercedes' voice control |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | n/a | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, wireless phone charging |
| Instrument panel (differs) | n/a | 12.3-inch digital instrument display |
| Headlight (differs) | n/a | LED High Performance |
| Keyless system (differs) | n/a | KEYLESS-GO Comfort Package |
| Other features (differs) | n/a | Airbags: two-stage front, front side, window (curtain) and driver knee; THERMATIC climate control; 64-colour ambient lighting; electrically adjustable front seats |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | n/a | 3 years |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.