BMW 128i vs Mercedes-Benz C250
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2015 Mercedes-Benz C250
Overview
| Spec | BMW 128i128i | Mercedes-Benz C250C 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 128i | C 250 |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2013 | 2015 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 128i128i | Mercedes-Benz C250C 250 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $31,500 (best) | $39,400 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 128i128i | Mercedes-Benz C250C 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 22 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 19 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 28 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14 gal | 17.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 128i128i | Mercedes-Benz C250C 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 230 hp (best) | 201 hp |
| Torque | 200 lb-ft | 229 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L (best) | 1.8 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 128i128i | Mercedes-Benz C250C 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 10 cu ft | 11.7 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,208 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | — | 4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 108.7 in (best) |
| Length | 172.2 in | 180.7 in (best) |
| Width | 68.8 in | 69.7 in (best) |
| Height | 56 in (best) | 54.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 128i128i | Mercedes-Benz C250C 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 128i | Mercedes-Benz C250 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 128i $31,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | C 250 $39,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 128i $37,200 MSRP | — |
| 3 | 128i SULEV $31,500 MSRP | — |
| 4 | 128i SULEV $37,200 MSRP | — |