BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes-Benz AMG C43
Should you buy BMW 3 Series or Mercedes-Benz AMG C43? 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. BMW 3 Series price starts at Rs 74.90 Lakh ex-showroom for M340i xDrive (Petrol) and Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 price starts Rs 99.40 Lakh ex-showroom for 4Matic (Petrol). 3 Series has 2998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while AMG C43 has 1991 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the 3 Series has a mileage of 13.02 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the AMG C43 has a mileage of 10 kmpl (Petrol top model).
3 Series Vs AMG C43
| Key Highlights | BMW 3 Series | Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.86,31,955* | Rs.1,14,45,933* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 2998 | 1991 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 comparison
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Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.86,31,955* | Rs.1,14,45,933* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.1,64,304/month | Rs.2,17,852/month |
| Insurance | Rs.3,18,055 | Rs.4,12,533 |
| User Rating | Based on 75 Reviews | Based on 5 Reviews |
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Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines✕ | B58 Turbocharged I6 | 2.0L M139l |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | 2998 | 1991 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.✕ | 66 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better.✕ | 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm | 402.30bhp@6750rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage Highway (kmpl) | - | 10 |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 13.02 | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 59 | 66 |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling.✕ | Multi-link suspension | Multi-link suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability.✕ | Multi-link suspension | Multi-link suspension |
| Shock Absorbers Type The kind of shock absorbers that come in a car. They help reduce jerks when the car goes over bumps and uneven roads. They can be hydraulic or gas-filled.✕ | - | Adaptive Damping |
| Front Brake Type Specifies the type of braking system used on the front wheels of the car, like disc or drum brakes. The type of brakes determines the stopping power.✕ | ventilated Disc | - |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 4709 | 4791 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors✕ | 1827 | 2033 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces✕ | 1442 | 1450 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .✕ | 2651 | - |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Power Boot An automated system that opens and closes the car's boot lid or trunk with the press of a button or remote control. Makes accessing the boot easier.✕ | Yes | - |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience.✕ | 3 Zone | Yes |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles.✕ | - | Yes |
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Interior
| Front Air Vents | ||
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| DashBoard | ||
| Instrument Cluster | ||
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Multi Tripmeter Measures the distance a vehicle has travelled for a particular trip. A multi-tripmeter can keep track of multiple distances. For example kilometres since the last fuel up and kilometres travelled since the last service. The different tripmeters can be reset by the user as and when needed.✕ | Yes | - |
| Leather Seats | Yes | - |
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Exterior
| Rear Right Side | ||
| Wheel | ||
| Headlight | ||
| Taillight | ||
| Front Left Side | ||
| Available Colours | Tanzanite Blue Metallic Dravit Grey Metallic 3 Series Colours | Spectral Blue White High Tech Silver Polar White Obsidian Black AMG C43 Colours |
| Body Type | SedanAll Sedan Cars | SedanAll Sedan Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Audio System Remote Control A remote to control the car's audio system without reaching for the dashboard. Makes controlling the audio system easy from all seats inside the car.✕ | Yes | No |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | Yes | - |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | - |
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Q ) Which car is cheaper between BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz AMG C43?
A ) BMW 3 Series price starts at ₹ 74.90 Lakh & Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 price starts at ₹ 99.40 Lakh in New Delhi. BMW 3 Series is cheaper between these two cars.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi