What to Choose: Mercedes Benz C 220 D vs Audi A3 Sedan

Author: Shaistha Farheen

Wondering which of the models from the Mercedes stables to pick? Simple, just check out the Mercedes Benz C Class 220 D price in Bangalore and book one. But, if you want to see how it stacks up against the competition, we’ll compare it with the Audi A3 Sedan so you get a fair idea.

The C Class diesel model in India was made available last year, in a couple of trims, the Avantgarde and Style versions.

Exteriors

  • The C220 (diesel car) comes with smart head lamps (LED)
  • Large grille
  • Alloy wheels
  • Tail lamps which are also LED ones

Interiors

The C220 is all about luxury and style, and in line with that, the interiors look sophisticated and chic. The components include an assistance system to aid navigation, steering that is multi-functional, multimedia control options, foldable rear seats, and the armrest at the centre getting two cup-holders for extra comfort and convenience. Want to more about attention to detail? How about this? There is a two-pin plug point at the back to help you charge devices. Overall, the styling is largely inspired by the S-Class look, which is top-notch.

Performance

  • The car comes with a 2.1-litre four-cylinder engine. The optimal torque is 300 Nm@1500-3000 rpm and 170PS power. The transmission is 7-speed and 7G-Tronic Plus (automatic).
  • Added features that are the highlights of this car are ‘Agility Control’ modes, which can help tweak performance of air conditioner, steering and the engine. There are different settings, from ‘Eco’ to Sport+’ and ‘Comfort’.
  • When you check out the Mercedes Benz C Class 220 D price in Bangalore,you should also be aware that the car has plenty of state-of-the-art features and gives you a heightened feeling of cool. This is the one aspect that matters when it comes to the Mercedes – the feeling of luxury and sophistication it offers is unmatched by other cars.

Weighing the Merc against the Audi

Now, let’s talk about the Audi A3 Sedan. It is the car to buy if you have a lower budget than you might have for the Merc. The car makes 320Nm of torque and the diesel engine is driven by a 35 TDI engine. The A3 is more of a car for everyday driving on city roads, while the Merc is a premium one. It is a compact one and has some amount of luxury features, but the A3 continues to be seen as a budget car.

In terms of design as well, A3 is a minimalistic car which is fine, but it also seems to be stingy when it comes to space. May be alright if you are not going on a really long drive, but if you want great comfort on a rather long drive, you should certainly opt for the Mercedes C220 D.

No matter which car you choose, first visit the showroom, opt for a test drive, check out all the features and then pick your Mercedes.