Luxury sedan enthusiasts are always at a fix when choosing between the two industry-leading brands, Mercedes-Benz and BMW. One of the most common rival models is the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C Class and BMW 3 Series. Although most of the specifications are similar, certain points set them apart. At Silver Star Motors in Long Island City, NY, we have compared the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C Class VS 2021 BMW 3 Series to make it easier for individuals to decide on which vehicle to purchase. Read on to learn more.
2021 Mercedes-Benz C Class |
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2021 BMW 3 Series |
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2.0-Liter 4-Cylinder Engine | Engine (base model) | 2.0-Liter Turbo 4-Cylinder |
255 | Horsepower | 255 |
4 | Available Powertrain | 3 |
12.3-inches | Central Touchscreen Display | 8.8-inches |
Both the sedans have striking similarities on the base-level trims, but as you go higher, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class breaks away with its high-performance options. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz comes in four powertrain options: 2.0-liter I4 Turbo with 255-hp and 23 lb.-ft. of torque, AMG®-enhanced 3.0L V6 Biturbo making 385 hp and 384 lb-ft of torque, Handcrafted AMG® 4.0L V8 Biturbo making 469 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque, and Handcrafted AMG® 4.0L V8 Biturbo making 503 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque. On the other hand, the 2021 BMW 3 Series comes in three powertrain options: 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder generating 255 hp and 294 lb-ft of torque, 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder & Electric Motor generating 288 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque, and 3.0-liter BMW M TwinPower Turbo inline-6 generating 382 hp and 368 lb-ft of torque.
The luxury models offer the type of upscale design and technology that one might expect from a leading manufacturer; having said that, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class interior offers a few exclusive technologies such as HANDS-FREE ACCESS® and ATTENTION ASSIST®.
Interested individuals can find the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C Class at Silver Star Motors located in Long Island City, NY. You can also schedule a test drive for the vehicle before purchasing it.