BMW 228i 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 228i228i | Mercedes-Benz C250C 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 228i | 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 | 2016 | 2015 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 228i228i | Mercedes-Benz C250C 250 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $32,850 (best) | $39,400 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 228i228i | Mercedes-Benz C250C 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 22 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG (best) | 31 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.7 gal | 17.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 228i228i | Mercedes-Benz C250C 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 240 hp (best) | 201 hp |
| Torque | 255 lb-ft (best) | 229 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | 1.8 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 228i228i | Mercedes-Benz C250C 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 13.8 cu ft (best) | 11.7 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,295 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in (best) | 4 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 108.7 in (best) |
| Length | 174.7 in | 180.7 in (best) |
| Width | 69.8 in (best) | 69.7 in |
| Height | 55.8 in (best) | 54.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 228i228i | Mercedes-Benz C250C 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 (best) | 4 |
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 228i | Mercedes-Benz C250 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 228i $32,850 MSRP(Currently comparing) | C 250 $39,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 228i SULEV $32,850 MSRP | — |
| 3 | 228i SULEV $38,650 MSRP | — |
BMW 228i vs Mercedes-Benz C250 FAQ
- Which is better: 2016 BMW 228i or 2015 Mercedes-Benz C250?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 BMW 228i vs 2015 Mercedes-Benz C250 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2016 BMW 228i or 2015 Mercedes-Benz C250?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 BMW 228i starts lower at $32,850.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 BMW 228i or 2015 Mercedes-Benz C250?
- The 2016 BMW 228i leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (32,850).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 BMW 228i or 2015 Mercedes-Benz C250?
- The 2016 BMW 228i leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
- Which has better horsepower: 2016 BMW 228i or 2015 Mercedes-Benz C250?
- The 2016 BMW 228i leads on horsepower in this comparison (240).