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BMW M4 vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class Comparison

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M4 vs S-Class Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsM4S-Class
Price1.58 Cr1.85 Cr
Power2993 CC2999 CC
ClassCoupeSedan
Mileage10 KM/L10 - 14 KM/L
M4
BMW M4
*Ex-Showroom Price
1.58 Cr
S-Class
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
*Ex-Showroom Price
1.85 Cr
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Competition M xDrive
BMW M4
Competition M xDrive
1.58 Cr
S 350 d
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
S 350 d
1.85 Cr

Overview

Overall Rating
7.1
7.0
Value For Money6.008.00
Significance6.008.00
Styling8.508.50
Comfort9.759.40
Safety9.009.00
Merit Or Usp9.008.90

Specifications

Engine Type B58 Twin-Turbocharged I63.0-Litre, V6 Diesel Engine
Displacement (CC)2993 CC2925 CC
No. of Cylinders66
Power503 bhp @ 5500-7300 rpm282 bhp @ 3400-4600 rpm
Torque650 Nm @ 1850-5500 rpm600 Nm @ 1200-3200 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph3.56.0
No. of gears89
Drive TrainRWDRWD
Length4794 mm5289 mm
Width1887 mm1954 mm
Height1393 mm1503 mm
Wheelbase2857 mm3216 mm
Ground Clearance120 mm109 mm
Kerb Weight1725 KG2132 KG
Boot Space440 L530 L
No. of Doors24
Seating Capacity45
Fuel tank Capacity59.070.0
Mileage ARAI9.76 KM/L13.50 KM/L
Mileage - City9.76 KM/L12.00 KM/L
Mileage - HighwayN/A16.00 KM/L
Front SuspensionAdaptive Suspension With Double-Joint Spring Strut Front AxleAirmatic Suspension
Rear Suspension Adaptive Suspension With Five Link Rear AxleAirmatic Suspension
Front Brake TypeDiscVentilated Disc
Rear Brake TypeDiscVentilated Disc
Steering TypeElectric Power SteeringElectric Power Steering
Steering Adjustability11
Wheel TypeAlloy WheelsAlloy Wheels
Tyre TypeTubeless, RadialTubeless Radial
Front Tyre Size 275 / 35 R19245/45 R18
Rear Tyre Size 285/30 R20275/40 R18

Features

Air ConditionerAutomatic Three Zone4-Zone Luxury Automatic Climate Control
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
Paddle Shift Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Push Start Stop Button Yes Yes
Steering Mounted Audio Yes Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Navigation Connectivity package No Yes
Wireless charging for mobile phones in the rear No Yes
Climatised rear seats No Yes
Sun Protection package No Yes
Driving Assistance Package No Yes
Reclining Seat No Yes
Calf massage in the rear No Yes
EASY ADJUST comfort headrest No Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Rear Armrest Yes Yes
Front Armrest Yes Yes
Driver Airbags Yes Yes
Passenger Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbags Yes Yes
ABS Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes Yes
Electronic Stability Program Yes Yes
Hill Assist Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
360 Camera No Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System No Yes
Active Blind Spot Assist No Yes
Active Braking Assist No Yes
Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus No Yes
Active Lane Keeping Assist No Yes
Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC No Yes
PRE-SAFE® PLUS No Yes
Parking Package with 360-degree camera No Yes
Active parking assistant with PARKTRONIC No Yes
Rear Airbags No Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Light TypeAdaptive LEDMULTIBEAM LED
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes
Cornering Lights Yes Yes
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator Yes Yes
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Speakers Yes Yes
GPS Navigation Yes Yes
Bluetooth Support Yes Yes
USB Support Yes Yes
Radio Yes Yes

Pros Cons of BMW M4

Pros

  • Explosive 3.0-Litre twin-turbo with strong performance
  • M xDrive AWD adds grip while allowing RWD drift mode
  • Usable for daily driving with a 440-litre boot
  • Sharp handling with excellent balance and control

Cons

  • Low ground clearance needs caution over speed breakers
  • Stiff ride quality on rough roads
  • No rear-axle steering and no spare tyre

Verdict

The BMW M4 Competition xDrive is built for drivers first. We evaluated it in both city and highway conditions, and what stands out is how easily it adapts. In calmer modes, it feels manageable, but push it harder, and it becomes sharp and aggressive.  The driving experience is its biggest strength. It feels precise, controlled, and very quick, with the AWD system adding confidence in corners. At the same time, it can very well double up as your daily driver and sports car, which adds to its appeal.

There are compromises. The low ground clearance and stiff suspension can be limiting on bad roads. But overall, the package feels complete and purposeful. If you want a performance coupe that is fast, engaging, and still usable every day, the M4 makes a strong case.

Pros Cons of Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Pros

  • The S-Class plug-in hybrid in India delivers a combined 435 bhp and 680 Nm of powertrain output.
  • Safety gets a serious boost with an advanced safety suite that packs 15 airbags as standard.
  • The 22kWh battery pack provides a fuel-saving electric-only driving range of up to 115 km per charge.
  • The upgraded cabin features a 13.1-inch touchscreen paired with dual wireless controllers for passengers.
  • An ultra-premium 31-speaker Burmester surround sound system is built directly into the new limousine package.

Cons

  • The price starts at a whopping Rs 2.20 Crore and goes all the way up to Rs 2.38 Crore.
  • Despite opening bookings immediately, deliveries only commence in Q4 of 2026.
  • The plug-in hybrid model is offered exclusively with a Rear-Wheel Drive layout.

Verdict

On paper, the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class plug-in hybrid looks like an absolute masterstroke for the Indian luxury market. By marrying a silky-smooth 3.0-litre straight-six with a substantial electric battery, Mercedes is promising the holy grail of flagship motoring. Which is zero-emission city commuting alongside uncompromised, long-distance highway range. Add to that the unprecedented safety shield of 15 airbags and the cutting-edge MB.OS tech, and it looks poised to set a whole new benchmark.

However, the real test will be on the tarmac. We still need to see how seamlessly the complex hybrid powertrain behaves in bumper-to-bumper gridlock and how beautifully the standard AIRMATIC suspension handles the added weight of the 22kWh battery pack. It is an engineering marvel on the spec sheet, but we will reserve our final judgment until we get the keys for a comprehensive road test.

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