2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. 2023 BMW 3 Series

You’re ready to upgrade to a luxury sedan. Maybe it’s your first new vehicle after years of driving. Perhaps you want to upgrade from your previous ride. Either way, you’ve probably come across the 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. the BMW 3 Series as you research which sedan deserves to be in your Chadds Ford garage. We think you’ll fall in love with the Mercedes-Benz after you look over your options.

Find out everything you need to know with our comparison of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. the 2023 BMW 3 Series in our guide.

2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. 2023 BMW 3 Series: Engine & Performance

When looking over the differences between the 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class and the BMW 3 Series, you’ll notice the two models offer similar engines and engine specs as the base level. However, these engine differences become much more apparent as you move up the trim levels of both of these vehicles.

2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan – Powertrains

• 2.0L I4 turbo with 255 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque (C 300 Sedan, C 300 4MATIC® Sedan)

The base-level C-Class includes rear-wheel drive, and like the rest of the lineup, comes standard with a 9G-TRONIC® 9-speed automatic transmission. 4MATIC® AWD is standard on the next step-up if you want better handling on Media roads.

2023 BMW 3 Series Sedan – Powertrains

• 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder with 255 hp and 294 lb-ft of torque
• 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder & Electric Motor with 288 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque
• 3.0-liter BMW M TwinPower Turbo inline-6 with 382 hp and 368 lb-ft of torque

All BMW models have an 8-speed automatic transmission, and that means the C-Class has a slight edge for the power distribution. Additionally, all 3 Series models are offered with your choice between rear-wheel drive and xDrive AWD, so you’ll have to pay for the extra upgrade no matter which trim you settle on.

2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. 2023 BMW 3 Series: Premium Features

No matter which model you choose for your Glenmoore adventures, comparing the differences between the 2023 Mercedes C-Class and the BMW 3 Series lets you get a head start on the car you want to test drive. Next, we’ll look at each suite of features in these luxury sedans.

• Power front seats with memory
• Genuine wood trim
• 40/20/40 split fold-down rear seats
• Selectable drive modes
• And much more!

But, you’ll get some noticeable upgrades based on the technology of the Mercedes-Benz. Here’s why we think you’ll prefer the C-Class:

• HANDS-FREE ACCESS® is standard in the C-Class. You’ll need to purchase an upgrade to get his feature on the BMW 3 Series. If you’ve ever struggled to open the trunk with hands full of groceries or luggage, you know how important this feature is!
• ATTENTION ASSIST® learns your normal driving behaviors and lets you know when it’s time to take a break. Like the optional Car-to-X-Communication, which allows drivers to share information with one another over the air, it’s exclusive to the Mercedes-Benz line. The more the system learns, the better it becomes at anticipating when you might need a break from driving.

Why should you pay extra for features that the C-Class offers as standard? With the base-level C-Class starting at $44,850 MSRP* and the base-level 3 Series starting at $44,500 MSRP, saving one car payment on the BMW won’t be worth the extra features you leaving in the car lot.

Test Drive the 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class at Mercedes-Benz of West Chester!

Now you’ve compared the 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class and the BMW 3 Series. Feel free to contact us, call (484) 313-1100, or schedule a test drive with our team to take the next steps. We’re happy to help in any way we can! For more information, look over your leasing vs. buying options for your next new vehicle.