2025 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs 2025 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

$49,650 · Sedan

$48,450 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

The primary disparity between the 2025 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (Car 1) and the 2025 Mercedes-Benz C-Class (Car 2) lies in cargo volume, with the BMW offering a substantial 16.6 cu ft compared to the Mercedes' 11.6 cu ft—a 5.0 cu ft advantage. Both sedans share identical 255 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque figures, yet the BMW pulls ahead slightly in efficiency, achieving 30 combined MPG versus the C-Class's 29 combined MPG, supported by superior 27 MPG city driving versus the C-Class's 25 MPG city rating. Pricewise, the C-Class is $1,200 more accessible, starting at $48,450 against the BMW's $49,650 MSRP. Dimensionally, the BMW is 1.5 inches longer at 188.5 inches, while the C-Class is noticeably wider by 1.5 inches (74.4 inches vs. 72.9 inches). Finally, transmission differences are minor: Car 1 uses an 8-speed automatic, while Car 2 employs a 9-speed unit.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The 4 Series Gran Coupe offers a better city fuel economy rating of 27 MPG compared to the C-Class's 25 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The 4 Series Gran Coupe provides significantly more usable space with 16.6 cu ft of cargo capacity versus the C-Class's 11.6 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class offers a 9-speed automatic transmission, suggesting potentially smoother or quicker shifts compared to the BMW's 8-speed unit.

💰 Best Value

2025 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class undercuts the BMW's starting price by $1,200 while offering the same base horsepower and torque figures.

Choose the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe if...

You require maximum practical cargo space, as the 4 Series Gran Coupe offers 16.6 cu ft.
You prioritize highway cruising efficiency, achieving 35 MPG highway identical to the C-Class but with better city efficiency (27 MPG).
You prefer the slightly longer overall vehicle length of 188.5 inches.

Choose the Mercedes-Benz C-Class if...

Your budget mandates a lower entry price, as the C-Class starts at $48,450, $1,200 less than the BMW.
You value the marginally wider stance of 74.4 inches for presumed lateral stability.
You prefer the sophistication of a 9-speed automatic transmission over the 8-speed unit in Car 1.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe	Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Length	188.5"	187.0"
Width	72.9"	74.4"
Height	56.8"	56.6"
Wheelbase	112.4"	112.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	—
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Brake Drying	✓	✓
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	255 hp @ 4700 rpm	255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque	295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm	295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive

Fuel

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	27/35 MPG	25/35 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	30 MPG	29 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	421.2/546.0 mi.	435.0/609.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.6 gal.	17.4 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Infotainment Display	14.9 in	11.9 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	205W	—
Speaker System	10	5
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	12 months	6 months
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Front Head Room	38.6 in.	40.0 in.
Front Leg Room	41.5 in.	41.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room	55.2 in.	56.3 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	2-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	2-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	10-way
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	10-way
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	3

Rearseats

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Rear Head Room	36.6 in.	37.5 in.
Rear Leg Room	34.9 in.	36.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.3 in.	55.6 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	18 x 8.5 in	18 x 8.5 in
Tire Size	245/45R H	245/40R18
Run Flat Tires	✓	✓
Wheel Material	—	Alloy

Suspension

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	—
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	6 yr./ 62000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe and 2025 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

Do these vehicles have similar performance metrics based on the provided specs?

Yes, both the 2025 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class share identical baseline performance figures, both producing 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.

What is the tangible difference in fuel economy between the two sedans?

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe edges out the C-Class slightly with a combined rating of 30 MPG versus 29 MPG; this advantage is driven by the BMW’s superior 27 MPG city rating compared to the C-Class’s 25 MPG city rating, while both achieve 35 MPG on the highway.

Which car is more expensive to purchase initially?

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the lower MSRP at $48,450, making it $1,200 cheaper than the 2025 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe, which starts at $49,650.

How does the cargo area compare for luggage or grocery runs?

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is substantially better for cargo, offering 16.6 cubic feet of space, which is a full 5.0 cubic feet more than the 11.6 cubic feet available in the C-Class.

Are there any differences in powertrain setup besides the transmission speed?

No significant powertrain differences are noted besides the transmission: the BMW uses an 8-speed automatic, while the Mercedes uses a 9-speed automatic; both require premium unleaded fuel and utilize rear-wheel drive architecture.

Which vehicle offers a larger exterior footprint?

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is 1.5 inches longer (188.5 inches) than the C-Class (187.0 inches), but the C-Class is 1.5 inches wider (74.4 inches vs. 72.9 inches).