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BMW 335xi vs Mercedes-Benz C350

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2008 BMW 335xi

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2015 Mercedes-Benz C350

Overview

SpecBMW 335xi335xiMercedes-Benz C350C 350
Selected trim335xiC 350
Body styleSedanCoupe
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission6-speed manual7-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20082015

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 335xi335xiMercedes-Benz C350C 350
MSRP$41,200 (best)$44,050
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 335xi335xiMercedes-Benz C350C 350
Combined MPG19 MPG23 MPG (best)
City MPG16 MPG20 MPG (best)
Highway MPG25 MPG28 MPG (best)
Fuel tank16.1 gal17.4 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 335xi335xiMercedes-Benz C350C 350
Horsepower300 hp302 hp (best)
Torque300 lb-ft (best)273 lb-ft
Engine size3 L3.5 L (best)
CylindersI6V6

Size & capability

SpecBMW 335xi335xiMercedes-Benz C350C 350
Seating5 seats (best)4 seats
Doors4 (best)2
Cargo volume12 cu ft (best)11.7 cu ft
Curb weight3,814 lbs (best)
Ground clearance4 in (best)
Wheelbase108.7 in108.7 in
Length178.2 in180.7 in (best)
Width71.5 in (best)69.7 in
Height55.9 in (best)54.8 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 335xi335xiMercedes-Benz C350C 350
Open recalls (YMM scope)3 (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.

TrimBMW 335xiMercedes-Benz C350
1

335xi

$41,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

C 350

$44,050 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

335xi

$43,000 MSRP

C 350 4MATIC

$46,050 MSRP

BMW 335xi vs Mercedes-Benz C350 FAQ

Which is better: 2008 BMW 335xi or 2015 Mercedes-Benz C350?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2008 BMW 335xi vs 2015 Mercedes-Benz C350 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2008 BMW 335xi or 2015 Mercedes-Benz C350?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2008 BMW 335xi starts lower at $41,200.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2008 BMW 335xi or 2015 Mercedes-Benz C350?
The 2008 BMW 335xi leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (41,200).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2008 BMW 335xi or 2015 Mercedes-Benz C350?
The 2015 Mercedes-Benz C350 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
Which has better horsepower: 2008 BMW 335xi or 2015 Mercedes-Benz C350?
The 2015 Mercedes-Benz C350 leads on horsepower in this comparison (302).
Which has better seats: 2008 BMW 335xi or 2015 Mercedes-Benz C350?
The 2008 BMW 335xi leads on seats in this comparison (5).