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Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class Comparison

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

S-Class vs C-Class Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsS-ClassC-Class
Price1.85 Cr61.2 L
Power2999 CC1993 CC
ClassSedanSedan
Mileage10 - 14 KM/L14 - 23 KM/L
S-Class
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹1.85 Cr
C-Class
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹61.2 L
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S 350 d
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
S 350 d
1.85 Cr
C 200
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
C 200
61.2 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
7.0
6.9
Value For Money8.007.00
Significance8.007.00
Styling8.508.75
Comfort9.408.00
Safety9.008.00
Merit Or Usp8.908.00

Specifications

Engine Type3.0-Litre, V6 Diesel Engine1.5L Turbo Petrol + 48V Mild Hybrid
Displacement (CC)2925 CC1496 CC
No. of Cylinders64
Power282 bhp @ 3400-4600 rpm201 bhp @ 5800-6100 rpm
Torque600 Nm @ 1200-3200 rpm300 Nm @ 1800-4000 rpm
Top SpeedN/A246
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph6.07.3
No. of gears99
Drive TrainRWDRWD
TurbochargerN/A Yes
Emissions StandardN/ABS6 Phase 2
Length5289 mm4686 mm
Width1954 mm1810 mm
Height1503 mm1442 mm
Wheelbase3216 mm2840 mm
Ground Clearance109 mm157 mm
Kerb Weight2132 KG1655 KG
Boot Space530 L480 L
No. of Doors44
No. of RowsN/A2
Seating Capacity55
Fuel tank Capacity70.066.0
Mileage ARAI13.50 KM/L16.90 KM/L
Mileage - City12.00 KM/L11.00 KM/L
Mileage - Highway16.00 KM/L16.00 KM/L
Front SuspensionAirmatic SuspensionMulti-link
Rear SuspensionAirmatic SuspensionMulti-link
Front Brake TypeVentilated DiscDisc
Rear Brake TypeVentilated DiscDisc
Steering TypeElectric Power SteeringElectric Power Steering
Steering Adjustability1Tilt & Telescopic
Wheel TypeAlloy WheelsAlloy Wheels
Tyre TypeTubeless RadialTubeless Radial
Front Tyre Size245/45 R18225/50 R17
Rear Tyre Size275/40 R18225/50 R17
Spare Wheel TypeN/ASpace Saver

Features

Air Conditioner4-Zone Luxury Automatic Climate ControlDual Zone Automatic Climate Control
Front ACNADual Zone
Rear ACNA Yes
Third Row AC ZoneNA No
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
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
Preinstallation for Vehicle Set-Up No Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Central LockingNA Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Driver Seat AdjustmentNAElectric with Memory
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentNAElectric with Memory
Seat UpholsteryNALeather
Rear Armrest Yes Yes
Front Armrest Yes Yes
Folding Rear SeatNA Yes
Split Rear SeatNA40:20:40
Front Seatback PocketsNA Yes
HeadrestsNAAdjustable
Ventilated SeatsNA Yes
Seat Memory FunctionNA Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat MountsNA Yes
No. of AirbagsNA7
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 No
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 AssistanceNA360 Camera
Speed Sensing Auto Door LockNA Yes
DashcamNA No
Electric ORVM HeatingNA Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Light TypeMULTIBEAM LEDLED
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)NALED
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes
Fog LampsNA No
Ambient LightingNA Yes
Automatic High Beam AssistNA Yes
Follow-Me-Home HeadlampsNA Yes
Cornering Lights Yes Yes
Cabin LampsNA Yes
SunroofNAPanoramic
Roof RailsNA No
Shark Fin AntennaNA Yes
Body-Coloured ORVMsNA Yes
Chrome AccentsNA Yes
ORVM AdjustmentsNA Yes
Rear SpoilerNA No
Skid PlatesNA No
Side StepsNA No
Instrument ClusterNADigital
Trip MeterNA Yes
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator Yes Yes
Average SpeedNA Yes
ClockNA Yes
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Adjustable Cluster BrightnessNA Yes
Gear IndicatorNA Yes
Shift IndicatorNA Yes
TachometerNA Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Infotainment SystemNA Yes
Touchscreen Display SizeNA12.3-inch
Audio SystemNAPremium
Speakers Yes15
TweetersNA Yes
SubwooferNA Yes
GPS Navigation Yes Yes
Voice CommandsNA Yes
Smartphone ConnectivityNAAndroid Auto & Apple CarPlay Wireless
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 (Mild Hybrid Battery)
Type Manufacturer WarrantyNA3 Years / Unlimited km

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.

Pros Cons of Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Pros

  • Be it lazy commutes or aggressive power output, this luxury sedan satisfies all requirements.
  • The steering gives you precise, immediate feedback, and makes sudden direction changes engaging.
  • Mercedes’ "Digital Light" headlight technology adapts to weather, oncoming traffic, and road conditions.
  • This premium cabin gets a flat-bottom steering, brushed metal accents, and a massive touchscreen.
  • New USB package features six 100W fast-charging Type-C ports scattered across the interior.

Cons

  • Riding on 18-inch AMG alloy wheels means you will feel sharp bumps, road creases, and potholes.
  • In an otherwise well-insulated luxury cabin, the ventilated seat’s whirring noise gets annoying.
  • The 48V mild-hybrid tech does a great job of making stop-and-go driving progressive and smooth. 
  • The C-Class sits low to the ground which means getting in and out requires some bending.
  • The nine-speed gearbox can sometimes perform a jerky downshift when you're braking hard.

Verdict

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a reminder of what a luxury sedan ought to be. The C300 especially, is a highly emotional, high-revving petrol motor that Mercedes has crafted to be an absolute hoot to drive. It is a car that looks incredibly handsome on the outside, pampers you with cutting-edge tech on the inside, and puts a massive grin on your face the second you find an open stretch of tarmac.

Bilal Firfiray said in his review:

“If you are looking for a premium luxury sedan which is involving to drive, brings a smile to your face every time you grab the wheel, and feels like a million bucks, there are very few options out there.”

If you are an owner who loves to grab the steering wheel yourself, craves instant mechanical grip, and wants a car that feels like a multi-million-dollar baby S-Class from the driver's seat, the C300 is hands-down the one to have.

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