Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line
Should you buy Mercedes-Benz C-Class or Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line? 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. Mercedes-Benz C-Class price starts at Rs 59.40 Lakh ex-showroom for C 200 (Petrol) and Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line price starts Rs 49 Lakh ex-showroom for 2.0L TSI (Petrol). C-Class has 1999 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Tiguan R-Line has 1984 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the C-Class has a mileage of 23 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Tiguan R-Line has a mileage of 12.58 kmpl (Petrol top model).
C-Class Vs Tiguan R-Line
| Key Highlights | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.76,38,449* | Rs.56,57,064* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1999 | 1984 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Manual |
Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line comparison
- Mercedes-Benz C-Class
- C 220d (Diesel) 60.30 Lakh*
- Top SellingC 200 (Petrol) 59.40 Lakh*
- C 300 (Petrol) 66.25 Lakh*
Rs66.25 Lakh *VS
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.76,38,449* | Rs.56,57,064* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.1,45,386/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.1,07,670/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.2,84,699 | Rs.2,18,175 |
| User Rating | Based on 99 Reviews | Based on 1 Review |
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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 ✕ | Petrol Mild Hybrid | 2.0 L TSI |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) ✕ | 1999 | 1984 |
| 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. ✕ | 44 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. ✕ | 254.79bhp | 201bhp@4500 - 6000rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage Highway (kmpl) | 15 | - |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | - | 12.58 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 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 | - |
| 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 | - |
| Top Speed (Kmph) The maximum speed a car can be driven at. It indicates its performance capability. ✕ | 250 | - |
| 0-100kmph (Seconds) The rate at which the car can increase its speed from a standstill. It is a key performance indicator. ✕ | 5.7 s | - |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 4751 | 4539 |
| 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 ✕ | 1820 | 1859 |
| 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 ✕ | 1437 | 1656 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen (mm) The unladen ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads. ✕ | - | 176 |
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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 | - |
| 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. ✕ | 2 Zone | 3 Zone |
| 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
| 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 | - |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector | Yes | - |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Mojave Silver Metallic High Tech Silver Obsidian Black Metallic Selenite Grey Metallic Sodalite Blue Metallic C-Class Colours | Nightshade Blue Metallic Persimmon Red Metallic Oryx White Mother Of Pearl Effect Grenadilla Black Metallic Oyster Silver Metallic +1 MoreTiguan R-Line Colours |
| Body Type | SedanAll Sedan Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | 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 | - |
| Brake Assist | 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 | - |
| 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 | - |
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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 | No |
| 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.✕ | - | No |
| MirrorLink Connects a smartphone's display to the car's infotainment system allowing the use of phone apps, such as music and navigation.✕ | - | No |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | - | No |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
- Elegant exterior
- Spectacular cabin design
- Refined petrol engine
- Comfortable ride quality
Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line
- R-Line seats give you a good driving position and are comfortable and supportive.
- Massage function is good
- Spacious and practical with plenty of room, lots of cubby holes and charging options.
- Dual wireless charging up front is a great feature.
- Interior quality, fit, finish is among the best in class.
- Tech is impressive with a 15-inch touch screen and digital drivers dash and HUD too.
- Powerful turbo petrol is engaging and suspension set up gives you the best of both words - comfortable and sporty when you want it to be.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
- Petrol motor lacks outright power
- Some features missing
Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line
- Features set has some misses like keyless entry, powered and ventilated front seats.
- Fuel efficiency of the large turbo-petrol engine in traffic and when driven with a heavy right foot can drop.
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Q ) Which car is cheaper between Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line?
A ) Mercedes-Benz C-Class price starts at ₹ 59.40 Lakh & Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line price starts at ₹ 49 Lakh in New Delhi. Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line is cheaper between these two cars.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi