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Audi A4 vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Should you buy Audi A4 or Mercedes-Benz C-Class? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Audi A4 price starts at Rs 46.99 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium (Petrol) and Mercedes-Benz C-Class price starts Rs 61.85 Lakh ex-showroom for C 200 (Petrol). A4 has 1984 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while C-Class has 1999 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the A4 has a mileage of 14.1 kmpl (Petrol top model)> and the C-Class has a mileage of 23 kmpl (Petrol top model).

A4 Vs C-Class

Key HighlightsAudi A4Mercedes-Benz C-Class
On Road PriceRs.64,42,795*Rs.77,61,284*
Mileage (city)14.1 kmpl-
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Engine(cc)19841999
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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Audi A4 vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class comparison

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.64,42,795*Rs.77,61,284*
Finance Available (EMI)Rs.1,22,637/monthRs.1,48,841/month
InsuranceRs.2,44,555Rs.95,654
User Rating
4.3
Based on 111 Reviews
4.3
Based on 94 Reviews
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
2.0 L TFSI petrol enginePetrol Mild Hybrid
Displacement (cc)
19841999
No. of Cylinders
44 Cylinder Cars44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
207bhp@4200-6000rpm254.79bhp
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
320Nm@1450–4200rpm400Nm
Valves Per Cylinder
44
Turbo Charger
Yes-
Transmission TypeAutomaticAutomatic
Gearbox
7-Speed Stronic9-Speed
Hybrid TypeMild Hybrid-
Drive Type
FWDRWD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Mileage City (kmpl)14.1 -
Mileage Highway (kmpl)17.4 15
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)5466
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)241 250

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
-Multi-link suspension
Rear Suspension
-Multi-link suspension
Steering Type
Electric-
Steering Column
Tilt & Collapsible-
Steering Gear Type
Rack & Pinion-
Top Speed (Kmph)
241250
0-100kmph (Seconds)
7.1 s5.7 s
Tyre Size
225/50 R17-
Tyre Type
Tubeless,RadialTubeless,Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)
No-
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)17-
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)17-

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
47624751
Width (mm)
18471820
Height (mm)
14331437
Wheel Base (mm)
25002636
Rear Tread (mm)
1555-
Kerb Weight (kg)
15551675
Grossweight (kg)
2145-
Seating Capacity
55
Boot Space (Litres)
460 455
No. of Doors
44

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Power Boot
-Yes
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone2 Zone
Air Quality Control
YesYes
Low Fuel Warning Light
-Yes
Accessory Power Outlet
YesYes
Trunk Light
Yes-
Vanity Mirror
YesYes
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes-
Rear Seat Headrest
AdjustableYes
Adjustable Headrest
YesYes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes-
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
YesYes
Rear AC Vents
YesYes
Lumbar Support
-Yes
Active Noise Cancellation
-Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
YesYes
Cruise Control
YesYes
Parking Sensors
Front & RearFront & Rear
Navigation System
-Yes
Find My Car Location
-Yes
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
Yes-
Foldable Rear Seat
-40:20:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button
YesYes
Cooled Glovebox
YesYes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear DoorFront Door
Voice Commands
YesYes
USB Charger
Front & RearFront & Rear
Steering Mounted Tripmeter-Yes
Central Console Armrest
YesYes
Tailgate Ajar Warning
YesYes
Hands-Free Tailgate
YesYes
Gear Shift Indicator
-No
Rear Curtain
-No
Luggage Hook And NetYesNo
Additional FeaturesComfort heavy duty suspension, Start/stop system, Park assist, Comfort key incl. sensor-controlled luggage compartment release, Cruise control system with speed limiter-
Memory Function Seats
FrontFront
One Touch Operating Power Window
All-
Drive Modes
-4
Power WindowsFront & Rear-
Cup HoldersFront & Rear-
Air Conditioner
YesYes
Heater
YesYes
Adjustable Steering
Height & ReachYes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Ventilated Seats
-No
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
YesYes
Electric Adjustable Seats
FrontFront
Automatic Headlamps
Yes-
Follow Me Home Headlamps
YesYes

Interior

Tachometer
YesYes
Leather Wrapped Steering WheelYesYes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector-Yes
Glove Box
YesYes
Digital Odometer
-Yes
Dual Tone Dashboard
-Yes
Additional FeaturesContour Ambient Lighting with 30 colors, Frameless auto diing interior rear view mirror, Manual sunshade for the rear passenger windows, Decorative Inlays in Audi Exclusive Piano BlackAMG floor mats(comes with AMG floor mats), AMG Line interior( The AMG Line interior lends your vehicle a more visible and tangible sense of sportiness. Seats with sporty seat upholstery layout and redesigned headrest, Multifunction sports steering wheel in nappa leather, with horizontal twin-spokes, flat bottom, deep embossing in the grip area, steering-wheel bezel and steering-wheel paddle shifters in silver chrome, AMG brushed stainless steel sports pedals with black rubber studs, Ambient lighting, Instrument panel and beltlines in ARTICO man-made leather in black nappa look, Centre console in high-gloss black with insert in silver chrome, Air vents with elements in silver chrome, Doors with high-gloss black trim elements and surround in silver chrome as well as switches in silver chrome, Floor mats in black with AMG lettering, Overhead control panel in high-gloss black)
Digital ClusterYes-
UpholsteryLeather-

Exterior

Wheel
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colours
Tango Red Metallic
Manhattan Grey Metallic
Mythos Black Metallic
Ibis White
Navarra Blue Metallic
A4 Colours
Mojave Silver Metallic
High Tech Silver
Obsidian Black Metallic
Selenite Grey Metallic
Sodalite Blue Metallic
C-Class Colours
Body TypeSedanAll Sedan CarsSedanAll Sedan Cars
Adjustable HeadlampsYesYes
Fog Lights Front
-Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper
YesYes
Rear Window Wiper
Yes-
Rear Window Washer
Yes-
Rear Window Defogger
YesYes
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Sun Roof
YesYes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
YesYes
Integrated Antenna-Yes
Chrome Grille
-Yes
Chrome Garnish
-Yes
Projector Headlamps
Yes-
Cornering Foglamps
-Yes
Trunk Opener-Smart
LED DRLs
YesYes
LED Headlamps
YesYes
LED Taillights
YesYes
LED Fog Lamps
-Yes
Additional FeaturesExterior mirrors, power-adjustable, heated and folding, auto-diing on both sides, with memory feature, Chrome Door Handles, 5- spoke Dynamic style Alloy WheelsMultifunction sports steering wheel in nappa leather, DIGITAL LIGHT (DIGITAL LIGHT With more than 1.3 million pixels per headlamp),can experience brilliant lighting conditions – constantly adjusted to other road users and to the surroundings. This HD system responds with constantly adapted light to changing traffic, road or weather conditions)AMG Line exterior( The expressive bodystyling of the AMG Line lends the exterior of the C-Class a sporty, exclusive touch. AMG bodystyling consisting of AMG front apron with sporty, air intakes and chrome trim element, diffuser-look AMG rear apron with insert in black plus AMG side sill panels, Radiator grille with Mercedes-Benz pattern and integral Mercedes star as well as louvre in matt iridium silver with chrome insert, Exhaust system with two visible tailpipe trim elements integrated into the bumper, Night package ( The Night Package adds attractive features: many exterior elements are finished in black. AMG Line Exterior: radiator grille with Mercedes-Benz pattern with pins in high-gloss black, AMG front apron with trim (wing) in high-gloss black, Rear bumper with trim (wing) in high-gloss black, Beltline trim strip and window weatherstrip in high-gloss black, Exterior mirror housings painted high-gloss black)AMG bodystyling consisting of AMG front apron with sporty air intakes and chrome trim element, diffuser-look AMG rear apron with insert in black plus AMG side sill panels, Radiator grille with Mercedes-Benz pattern and integral Mercedes star as well as louvre in matt iridium silver with chrome insert, 18-inch AMG 5-spoke light-alloy wheels with a high-sheen finish, Exhaust system with two visible tailpipe trim elements integrated into the bumper, 18 inch AMG 5-spoke light-alloy wheels aerodynamically optimised
Automatic Headlamps
YesYes
Boot OpeningElectronic-
Heated Outside Rear View MirrorYes-
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)Powered & Folding-
Tyre Size
225/50 R17-
Tyre Type
Tubeless,RadialTubeless,Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)
No-

Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
YesYes
Brake AssistYesYes
Central Locking
YesYes
Child Safety Locks
YesYes
Anti Theft Alarm
YesYes
No. of Airbags87
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side AirbagYesYes
Side Airbag RearYesNo
Day Night Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Traction ControlYes-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
YesYes
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
YesYes
Rear Camera
With Guidedlines-
Anti Theft DeviceYesYes
Anti Pinch Power Windows
All Windows-
Speed Alert
YesYes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
YesYes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
YesYes
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
Driver and Passenger-
Sos Emergency Assistance
YesYes
Geo Fence Alert
Yes-
Hill Descent Control
Yes-
Hill Assist
YesYes
Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockYesYes
360 View Camera
Yes-
Curtain AirbagYes-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)Yes-

Entertainment & Communication

Radio
YesYes
Wireless Phone Charging
YesYes
USB And Auxiliary Input
-Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Compass
-Yes
Touchscreen
YesYes
Touchscreen Size
--
Android Auto
YesYes
Apple Car Play
YesYes
No. of Speakers
-13
Additional FeaturesAudi Virtual Cockpit Plus, Audi Phone Box with wireless charging, 25.65 cm Central I Touch Screen, I Navigation plus with I touch response, Audi Sound System, Audi Smartphone Interface,Burmester 3D surround sound system (15 high-quality speakers with 710 watt)
Usb PortsYesYes
SpeakersFront & RearFront & Rear

Pros & Cons

  • Pros
  • Cons

    Audi A4

    • Looks classy with elegant body lines and an excellent quality control
    • Powerful LED headlamps
    • Premium quality interiors
    • Excellent cabin practicality
    • Engine refinement is among the best in class
    • Ride comfort is brilliantly tuned for Indian road conditions

    Mercedes-Benz C-Class

    • Elegant exterior
    • Spectacular cabin design
    • Refined petrol engine
    • Comfortable ride quality

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