2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. 2020 BMW 3 Series

Phoenix drivers might remember when Mercedes-Benz of Chandler compared the 2019 C-Class vs. 3 Series, and how the Mercedes-Benz C-Class overall had more power and options than the BMW 3 Series. This year’s comparison isn’t much different, with the Mercedes-Benz offering more power and luxury features. Take a look for yourself at BMW 3 Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

C-Class vs 3 Series — Power

There’s little difference in the engines when you compare BMW 3 Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Both offer 255 hp from 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder base engines. Here’s how their powertrains compare:

2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan Performance

• 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine
• 255 hp
• 273 lb-ft of torque
• 9G-TRONIC® 9-speed automatic transmission
• Rear-wheel drive

2020 BMW 3-Series Sedan Performance

• 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine
• 255 hp
• 295 lb-ft of torque
• 8-speed automatic transmission
• Rear-wheel drive

If you choose the AMG® C 63 S Sedan you’ll enjoy the 503-hp hand-built engine on the roads in the Gilbert area.

C-Class vs. 3 Series — Luxury Features

According to U.S. News, “The C-Class has one of the nicest interiors in the luxury small car class.” Tempe drivers have no doubt noticed that many luxury features that are standard or available in the C-Class, but can’t be had in the BMW. Here’s a quick look at the Mercedes-Benz features that set our model apart:

• ATTENTION ASSIST® driver assistance systems that learns your driving behaviors and will alert you if you appear to be losing focus.
• Optional 64-Color LED Ambient Lighting to personalize the look and feel of your interior with lighting.
• Optional Car-to-X-Communication for staying in touch with other C-Class through an interactive system that allows you to exchange information about road conditions with other Mercedes-Benz drivers in the area.

Of course, Mercedes-Benz doesn’t neglect the everyday luxuries. You’ll also enjoy the C-Class sedan’s front seats with standard power adjusting, vintage-inspired analog clock, wood and aluminum trim, and soft-touch interior surfaces. Get comfortable with the standard synthetic leather, or upgrade with one of several different types of genuine leather.

Find Your C-Class with Mercedes-Benz of Chandler

Once you’ve decided the winner of BMW 3 Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class matchup, you can find the C-Class that’s right for you — sedan, coupe, cabriolet, or AMG® — online with Mercedes-Benz of Chandler.