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Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs BMW X3 Comparison

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E-Class vs X3 Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsE-ClassX3
Price81.5 L72.5 L
Power1991 CC1998 CC
ClassSedanSUV
Mileage12 KM/L13 - 19 KM/L
E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹81.5 L
X3
BMW X3
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹72.5 L
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E 200
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
E 200
81.5 L
xDrive20 M Sport
BMW X3
xDrive20 M Sport
72.5 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
6.7
6.8
Value For Money7.006.75
Significance7.006.75
Styling7.506.75
Comfort8.008.75
Safety8.507.25
Merit Or Usp7.757.25

Specifications

Engine Type2.0-litre, Four-cylinder Petrol Engine2.0L TwinPower Turbo 4-Cylinder Petrol
Displacement (CC)1991 CC1998 CC
No. of Cylinders44
Power194 bhp @ 5500-6100 rpm184 bhp
Torque320 Nm @ 1650-4000 rpm310 Nm
Top SpeedN/A210
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph7.68.5
No. of gears98
Drive TrainRWDAWD
TurbochargerN/A Yes
Emissions StandardN/ABS6 Phase 2
Length5075 mm4708 mm
Width1860 mm1891 mm
Height1494 mm1676 mm
Wheelbase3079 mm2864 mm
Ground Clearance123 mm204 mm
Kerb Weight1720 KG1825 KG
Boot Space540 L550 L
No. of Doors45
No. of RowsN/A2
Seating Capacity55
Fuel tank Capacity80.060.0
Mileage ARAI12.06 KM/L13.17 KM/L
Mileage - City9.00 KM/L12.00 KM/L
Mileage - Highway13.00 KM/L14.00 KM/L
Front SuspensionFour-Link, Air Springs, Twin-Tube Gas-filled Shock Absorbers With Adaptive DampingDouble-Joint Spring Strut Axle
Rear SuspensionMulti-Link, Air Springs, Twin-Tube Gas-filled Shock Absorbers With Adaptive DampingFive-Link Axle
Front Brake TypeVentilated DiscVentilated Disc
Rear Brake TypeDiscDisc
Steering TypeElectric Power SteeringElectric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS)
Steering Adjustability1Tilt & Telescopic
Wheel TypeAlloy WheelsAlloy Wheels
Tyre TypeTubeless RadialTubeless, Radial
Front Tyre Size225 / 55 R17245/50 R19
Rear Tyre Size225 / 55 R17245/50 R19
Spare Wheel TypeN/ASpace Saver
Spare Wheel SizeN/AT155/90 R18

Features

Air Conditioner3-Zone Automatic Climate Control3-Zone Climate Control
Front ACNASingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear ACNA Yes
Third Row AC ZoneNA No
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes3 Zone
Paddle Shift Yes Yes
Idle Start/Stop ButtonNA Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Power WindowsNA Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Push Start Stop Button Yes Yes
Remote Engine StartNA No
Hands-Free TailgateNA Yes
Steering Mounted Audio Yes Yes
Cooled GloveboxNA No
Rain Sensing Wipers Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Electric TailgateNA Yes
Adjustable ORVMsNA Yes
Adjustable Rear HeadrestsNA Yes
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Wireless Phone ChargerNA Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Central LockingNA Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Driver Seat AdjustmentNAElectric
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentNAElectric
Seat UpholsteryNALeatherette
Rear Armrest Yes Yes
Front Armrest Yes Yes
Folding Rear SeatNA Yes
Split Rear SeatNA40:20:40
Front Seatback PocketsNA Yes
HeadrestsNA Yes
Ventilated SeatsNA No
Seat Memory FunctionNA Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat MountsNA Yes
No. of AirbagsNA6
Driver Airbags Yes Yes
Passenger Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbags Yes Yes
Rear Side AirbagNA No
Curtain AirbagNA Yes
Knee AirbagsNA No
ABS Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes Yes
Electronic Stability Program Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View MirrorNA Yes
Hill Hold ControlNA Yes
Hill Assist Yes Yes
Hill Descent ControlNA Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)NA Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Blind Spot MonitoringNA Yes
Lane AssistNA Yes
Forward Collision WarningNA Yes
Auto Emergency BrakingNA Yes
Driver Drowsiness DetectionNA Yes
Child Seat Anchor PointsNA Yes
Parking SensorsNAFront & Rear
Speed Alert SystemNA Yes
Parking AssistanceNAAuto Park Assist
Speed Sensing Auto Door LockNA Yes
DashcamNA No
Electric ORVM HeatingNA Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Light TypeLEDAdaptive LED
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)NALED
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes
Fog LampsNALED
Ambient LightingNA Yes
Automatic High Beam AssistNA Yes
Follow-Me-Home HeadlampsNA Yes
Cornering Lights Yes Yes
Cabin LampsNALED
SunroofNAPanoramic
Roof RailsNA Yes
Shark Fin AntennaNA Yes
Body-Coloured ORVMsNA Yes
Chrome AccentsNA Yes
ORVM AdjustmentsNAElectric & Fold
Rear SpoilerNA Yes
Skid PlatesNA Yes
Side StepsNA No
Instrument ClusterNA12.3-inch Digital
Trip MeterNADigital
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator Yes Yes
Average SpeedNA Yes
ClockNADigital
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Adjustable Cluster BrightnessNA Yes
Gear IndicatorNA Yes
Shift IndicatorNA Yes
TachometerNADigital
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Infotainment SystemNA Yes
Touchscreen Display SizeNA12.3 inch
Audio SystemNAPremium
Speakers Yes12
TweetersNA Yes
SubwooferNA Yes
GPS Navigation Yes Yes
Voice CommandsNA Yes
Smartphone ConnectivityNAAndroid Auto & CarPlay
Bluetooth Support Yes Yes
USB Support Yes Yes
AUX CompatibilityNA No
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring)NA Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)NA Yes
Radio Yes Yes
Connected Car TechnologyNA Yes
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA)NA Yes
GeofencingNA Yes
Digital KeyNA Yes
AI Voice AssistanceNA Yes
Auto Park AssistNA Yes
Autonomous Driving LevelNALevel 2
SOS ButtonNA Yes
Type Battery WarrantyNA8 Years
Type Manufacturer WarrantyNA2 Years / Unlimited km

Pros Cons of Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Pros

  • The AMG Line exterior kit brings aggressive bumpers and handsome 19-inch wheels, giving it a commanding road presence.
  • The high-tech cabin replaces wood with gloss-black trim, offering an opulent, mini S-Class lounge experience at a bargain.
  • The suspension setup isolates passengers flawlessly, making it the ultimate long-distance highway cruiser.
  • The 3.0-litre straight-six engine version delivers a blistering 387 bhp, rocketing the massive sedan from 0-100 kmph in 4.5 seconds.
  • Standard 4MATIC All-Wheel Drive provides exceptional traction, keeping the heavy luxury sedan completely planted through high-speed curves.

Cons

  • Its weight and large proportions prevent it from feeling agile, lacking the playful sharpness of smaller sport sedans.
  • The ultra-light steering feels completely disconnected, offering very little feedback when pushing hard into corners.
  • The factory tyres seem to lack appropriate grip for the power available and let too much road noise filter inside.
  • The non-functional, fake chrome exhaust trim on the rear bumper looks tacky on a genuine performance-packed machine.
  • At a such a price tag, missing rear seat massagers and entertainment screens feels like a huge oversight.

Verdict

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class, more so the E450, is a fascinating machine, but don't mistake it for a pure, tyre-shredding sleeper. While its straight-six engine puts down enough power to leave sports cars staring at its taillights, the vehicle itself has matured way too much to act like a track tool. No matter what, it can't disguise its stately, comfort-first dimensions.

Bilal Firfiray rightfully pointed out in his review:

“And despite offering a bigger engine, it hasn’t given up on any of the comforts it offers to the rear seat occupant who will be buying this car for their quick commute to and from the office.”

This car wasn't built for track days or weekend canyon carving; it was built to offer effortless, continent-crossing power for the corporate elite sitting in the back seat. Nevertheless, if you are looking for a nimble, lightweight driver's car that delivers a raw adrenaline rush, you will be much happier saving your money and getting a sharper, lighter sport sedan.

Pros Cons of BMW X3

Pros

  • Impressive Design And Styling
  • Comes In Exclusive Brooklyn Grey Metallic Colour
  • Offered In Both Petrol And Diesel Options

Cons

  • Doesn’T Get Ventilated Seats
  • Doesn’T Get Wireless Charger
  • Stiff Ride Quality

Verdict

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