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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs Honda City Comparison

Compare Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs Honda City to know which is better. Detailed cars comparison on Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs Honda City compare price, specs, mileage, performance, reviews and other features on car&bike.

C-Class vs City Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsC-ClassCity
Price59.9 L12 L
Power1993 CC1498 CC
ClassSedanSedan
Mileage14 - 23 KM/L18 KM/L
C-Class
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
*Ex-Showroom Price
59.9 L
City
Honda City
*Ex-Showroom Price
12 L
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C 200
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
C 200
59.9 L
SV MT Petrol Platinum White Pearl
Honda City
SV MT Petrol Platinum White Pearl
12 L

Overview

Overall Rating
8.1
7.5
Value For Money7.008.00
Significance7.008.00
Styling8.758.25
Comfort8.007.50
Safety8.008.50
Environment7.50-
Merit Or Usp8.008.75

Specifications

Engine Type1.5L Turbo Petrol + 48V Mild Hybrid1.5-litre IVTEC DOHC Engine
Displacement (CC)1496 CC1498 CC
No. of Cylinders44
Power201 bhp @ 5800-6100 rpm119 bhp
Torque300 Nm @ 1800-4000 rpm145 Nm
Top Speed246190
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph7.310.2
No. of gears96
Drive TrainRWDFWD
Turbocharger Yes No
Emissions StandardBS6 Phase 2BS6
Length4686 mm4583 mm
Width1810 mm1748 mm
Height1442 mm1489 mm
Wheelbase2840 mm2600 mm
Ground Clearance157 mm165 mm
Kerb Weight1655 KG1153 KG
Boot Space480 L506 L
No. of Doors44
No. of Rows22
Seating Capacity55
Fuel tank Capacity66.040.0
Mileage ARAI16.90 KM/L17.80 KM/L
Mileage - City11.00 KM/L14.00 KM/L
Mileage - Highway16.00 KM/L18.00 KM/L
Front SuspensionMulti-linkMcPherson Strut With Coil Spring
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkTorsion Beam With Coil Spring
Front Brake TypeDiscDisc (Ventilated)
Rear Brake TypeDiscDrum
Steering TypeElectric Power SteeringCollapsible Electric Power Assisted
Steering AdjustabilityTilt & TelescopicTilt And Telescopic
Wheel TypeAlloy Wheels15 X 5.5 J Alloy
Tyre TypeTubeless RadialTubeless Radial Ply
Front Tyre Size225/50 R17185/55 R16 83H
Rear Tyre Size225/50 R17185/55 R16 83H
Spare Wheel TypeSpace SaverSteel
Spare Wheel SizeN/A185/55 R16

Features

Air ConditionerDual Zone Automatic Climate ControlAutomatic Climate Control with Touch Control Panel
Front ACDual Zone Yes
Rear AC Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
Idle Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Power Windows Yes Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate YesNA
Steering Mounted Audio Yes Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Electric Tailgate YesNA
Adjustable ORVMs Yes Yes
Adjustable Rear Headrests Yes Yes
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Wireless Phone Charger Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Central Locking Yes Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Driver Seat AdjustmentElectric with MemoryManual
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentElectric with MemoryManual
Seat UpholsteryLeatherFabric
Rear Armrest Yes Yes
Front Armrest Yes Yes
Folding Rear Seat Yes Yes
Split Rear Seat40:20:40 Yes
Front Seatback Pockets Yes Yes
HeadrestsAdjustableFront & Rear
Seat Memory Function YesNA
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
No. of Airbags76
Driver Airbags Yes Yes
Passenger Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbags Yes Yes
Curtain Airbag Yes Yes
ABS Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes Yes
Electronic Stability Program Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror YesNA
Hill Hold Control YesNA
Hill Assist Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) YesNA
Traction Control Yes Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring YesNA
Lane Assist YesNA
Forward Collision Warning YesNA
Auto Emergency Braking YesNA
Driver Drowsiness Detection YesNA
Child Seat Anchor Points YesNA
Parking SensorsFront + RearRear
Speed Alert System YesNA
Parking Assistance360 CameraRear Camera
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock YesNA
Electric ORVM Heating YesNA
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Light TypeLEDProjector
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)LED Yes
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes
Ambient Lighting YesNA
Automatic High Beam Assist YesNA
Follow-Me-Home Headlamps YesNA
Cabin Lamps Yes Yes
SunroofPanoramic No
Shark Fin Antenna YesNA
Body-Coloured ORVMs YesNA
Chrome Accents YesNA
ORVM Adjustments Yes Yes
Instrument ClusterDigital Yes
Trip Meter Yes Yes
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator Yes Yes
Average Speed YesNA
Clock Yes Yes
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Adjustable Cluster Brightness YesNA
Gear Indicator YesNA
Shift Indicator YesNA
Tachometer Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Infotainment System YesNA
Touchscreen Display Size12.3-inch Yes
Audio SystemPremium Yes
Speakers15 Yes
GPS Navigation Yes Yes
Voice Commands YesNA
Smartphone ConnectivityAndroid Auto & Apple CarPlay Wireless Yes
Bluetooth Support Yes Yes
USB Support Yes Yes
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring) YesNA
Heads-Up Display (HUD) YesNA
Radio Yes Yes
Connected Car Technology YesNA
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA) YesNA
Geofencing YesNA
Digital Key YesNA
AI Voice Assistance YesNA
Auto Park Assist YesNA
Autonomous Driving LevelLevel 2Level 2
SOS Button YesNA
Type Battery Warranty8 Years (Mild Hybrid Battery)3 Years
Type Manufacturer Warranty3 Years / Unlimited km3 Years

Pros Cons of Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Pros

  • Stunning Looks & Design
  • High On Features And Tech
  • Offered In Both Petrol And Diesel Options

Cons

  • Petrol Engine Feels Just About Adequate
  • Second-Row Not Good For 3 Occupants
  • Gets Faux Leather Seats Instead Of Real Leather

Verdict

The cabin of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is more spacious. On the inside you certainly get a sense of the 'Baby S' tag, perhaps more than the outside, because of a superior material quality and design layout. The sense of luxury that you get is more heightened. The C-Class isn't still the best drivers' car - the BMW 3 Series has still got that covered. But in terms of style, space, luxury and comfort, the new C-Class is compelling and pushes the envelope far. 

Pros Cons of Honda City

Pros

  • The cabin offers ample space
  • The 1.5-Litre i-VTEC petrol engine is refined
  • Ride quality is exceptionally comfortable
  • Standard six airbags and Level 2 ADAS features
     

Cons

  • The feature list lacks some premium additions
  • Rear seat headroom is tight for taller passengers
  • There is no diesel or turbo-petrol engine option
  • The manual transmission can feel jerky at lower speeds

Verdict

The Honda City continues to hold its ground in India's sedan segment well. Owners have often mentioned how it rarely sacrifices everyday practicality, passenger comfort, and long-term reliability, regardless of the generation launched. From our side, we firmly consider this vehicle a reliable car that is intended to provide a relaxed driving experience. Furthermore, the eHEV variant has brought a new age of exceptional fuel economy to the sedan. If you intend to own a dependable, spacious, and family-oriented vehicle, the Honda City remains a highly sensible investment.

Girish’s review summarises this about the sedan,

“The facelift and the enhanced feature list justify the car’s price tag even more. The City has always been like that: a no-nonsense car that gets the job done with very little drama. It still is the same. One can argue whether that is better or not in the current world of make-believe, but there is little doubt it fits into the various Indian scenarios with ease, even more effortlessly now.”

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