BMW M235i xDrive vs Mercedes-Benz C350
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2015 Mercedes-Benz C350
Overview
| Spec | BMW M235i xDriveM235i xDrive | Mercedes-Benz C350C 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | M235i xDrive | C 350 |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2015 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW M235i xDriveM235i xDrive | Mercedes-Benz C350C 350 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $46,150 | $44,050 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW M235i xDriveM235i xDrive | Mercedes-Benz C350C 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.7 gal | 17.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW M235i xDriveM235i xDrive | Mercedes-Benz C350C 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 320 hp (best) | 302 hp |
| Torque | 330 lb-ft (best) | 273 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW M235i xDriveM235i xDrive | Mercedes-Benz C350C 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 13.8 cu ft (best) | 11.7 cu ft |
| Payload | 785 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,695 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in (best) | 4 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 108.7 in (best) |
| Length | 175.9 in | 180.7 in (best) |
| Width | 69.8 in (best) | 69.7 in |
| Height | 55.4 in (best) | 54.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW M235i xDriveM235i xDrive | Mercedes-Benz C350C 350 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 M235i xDrive | Mercedes-Benz C350 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | M235i xDrive $46,150 MSRP(Currently comparing) | C 350 $44,050 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | M235i xDrive $50,750 MSRP | C 350 4MATIC $46,050 MSRP |