Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan vs Subaru WRX
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan and the Subaru WRX as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: IC Star Automotive, Inc. and Motor Image Pilipinas, Inc. Last verified .
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
Photo: Motor Image Pilipinas (Subaru Philippines), via subaru.asia.
Subaru WRX
2.4 CVT EyeSight variant
- SRP
- ₱2,888,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱50,257
How they differ
- The Subaru WRX is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱2,888,000, which is ₱1,102,000 (28%) below the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan at ₱3,990,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the WRX is estimated at ₱50,257 a month against ₱69,433 for the C-Class Sedan, a difference of ₱19,176 a month.
- The WRX makes more power (275 PS against 170 PS for the C-Class Sedan).
- The WRX has more torque (350 Nm against 250 Nm for the C-Class Sedan).
- The WRX has the larger engine (2,387 cc against 1,496 cc for the C-Class Sedan).
- The C-Class Sedan has the better claimed fuel economy (15.4 km/L against 11.8 km/L for the WRX).
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Mercedes-Benz C-Class SedanC 180 Avantgarde, ₱3,990,000 | Subaru WRX2.4 CVT EyeSight, ₱2,888,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 1.5L turbocharged inline-4 petrol, 48V EQ Boost mild hybrid | 2.4L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC 16-valve turbocharged petrol |
| Displacement (differs) | 1496 cc | 2387 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 170 PS | 275 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | 5500 rpm | 5600 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 1,800-4,000 | 2,000-5,200 |
| Fuel system (differs) | n/a | Direct injection, turbocharged |
| Fuel economy (differs) | 15.4 km/L | 11.8 km/L |
| Emission standard (differs) | Euro 6d-ISC-FCM | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic | Subaru Performance Transmission (Sport Lineartronic CVT) with sports shifting control |
| Drivetrain (differs) | n/a | Symmetrical AWD (VTD-AWD) |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4751 mm | 4670 mm |
| Width (differs) | n/a | 1825 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1440 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2865 mm | 2675 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 1625 kg | 1588 kg |
| Capacity | ||
| Fuel tank (differs) | n/a | 63 L |
| Payload (differs) | 625 kg | n/a |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | AGILITY CONTROL suspension | n/a |
| Rear suspension (differs) | AGILITY CONTROL suspension | n/a |
| Tyres (differs) | n/a | 245/40R18 |
| Wheels (differs) | 18-inch multi-spoke alloy, run-flat tyres | 18" aluminium alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with Brake Assist (BAS) | n/a |
| Airbags (differs) | 7 | 8 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | Active Brake Assist, Blind Spot Assist, ATTENTION ASSIST, cruise control with SPEEDTRONIC limiter, Active Parking Assist with PARKTRONIC and reversing camera | EyeSight 4.0: Pre-Collision Braking, Autonomous Emergency Steering, Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centring, Lane Departure Prevention, Pre-Collision Throttle Management, Lead Vehicle Start Alert, Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection, Reverse Automatic Braking, rear view camera, Driver Monitoring System |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Acceleration Slip Regulation | Multi-mode Vehicle Dynamics Control with TRACK mode and Active Torque Vectoring |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | MBUX with 11.9-inch central touchscreen, hard-disc navigation and 'Hey Mercedes' voice control | 11.6" Full HD display premium audio |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, wireless phone charging | n/a |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 12.3-inch digital instrument display | 4.2" LCD multi-information display with boost gauge |
| Headlight (differs) | LED High Performance | LED with auto-leveller and Steering Responsive Headlights |
| Keyless system (differs) | KEYLESS-GO Comfort Package | n/a |
| Other features (differs) | Airbags: two-stage front, front side, window (curtain) and driver knee; THERMATIC climate control; 64-colour ambient lighting; electrically adjustable front seats | RECARO front seats, power sunroof, twin dual tail mufflers, trunk spoiler, SI-DRIVE |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 3 years | 5 years or 100,000 km, whichever comes first |
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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.