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C-Class vs Camry

Ex-showroom prices and the specifications that have been published. Rows that differ are marked.

Mercedes-Benz

C-Class

C-Class
Price Range

₹61.2 lakh – ₹67 lakh

Mileage

16.9 km/l

Petrol / Diesel • 4 TrimsOpen model
VS
Toyota

Camry

Camry
Price Range

₹48.69 lakh

Mileage

25.49 km/l (ARAI)

Hybrid • 2 TrimsOpen model
The Bottom Line

The Wheelsio Verdict

Published pros for each vehicle. A written verdict appears only when one is stored.

Editorial Summary

“Camry takes the lead with higher composite scores, standing out especially in crash test protection, lower fuel consumption. While C-Class remains a capable contender, Camry offers greater return per rupee spent.”

Persona Matching

Who Should Buy Which Car?

Match your daily driving patterns, passenger habits, and ownership priorities to the right machine.

Target Profile

Choose C-Class if:

  • Professionals and family buyers who prioritize plush rear seat comfort, a big boot, and smooth highway stability.
Target Profile

Choose Camry if:

  • Professionals and family buyers who prioritize plush rear seat comfort, a big boot, and smooth highway stability.
Real-World Comparison

The Differences That Actually Matter

Stripping away marketing jargon: how these two vehicles perform across the 5 essential pillars of ownership.

Engine Performance

Segment Edge:Published figures only
C-Class

204 PS

300 Nm

Camry

227 bhp

221 Nm (Engine) + 202 Nm (Motor)

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:Camry
C-Class

16.9 km/l

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Camry Standout

25.49 km/l (ARAI)

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Long-Term Intelligence

Ownership figures on record

Only stored mileage, service, insurance, and depreciation figures are shown. Missing items are left out.

Mercedes-Benz

C-Class

Listed items₹3,55,030
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹3,55,030
Toyota

Camry

Listed items₹2,35,386
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹2,35,386
Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

Compare matching price brackets and sweet-spot trim packages side-by-side.

Price Delta:₹12.51 lakh(Camry lower)

C 220d

1993 cc mild hybrid • Automatic • 16.9 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹61.2 lakh

Sprint Edition

2.5L Dynamic Force Engine, 2487 cc • CVT • 25.49 km/l (ARAI)

Ex-Showroom₹48.69 lakh
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

C-Class
Camry
Engine TypeDiffers
C-Class:1.5L turbo petrol / 2.0L turbo petrol / 2.0L diesel, 48V mild hybrid
Camry:2487 cc Petrol
Max PowerDiffers
C-Class:204 PS
Camry:227 bhp
Peak TorqueDiffers
C-Class:300 Nm
Camry:221 Nm (Engine) + 202 Nm (Motor)
Transmission OptionsDiffers
C-Class:Automatic
Camry:CVT
Fuel OptionsDiffers
C-Class:Petrol, Diesel
Camry:Hybrid
Claimed MileageDiffers
C-Class:16.9 km/l
Camry:25.49 km/l (ARAI)
C-Class
Camry
SeatingDiffers
C-Class:5 seats
Camry:—
Ground ClearanceDiffers
C-Class:130 mm
Camry:160 mm
Boot SpaceDiffers
C-Class:455 Litres
Camry:524 Litres
Fuel Tank CapacityDiffers
C-Class:—
Camry:50 Litres
Body Type
C-Class:Sedan
Camry:Sedan
C-Class
Camry
AirbagsDiffers
C-Class:2 Airbags Standard
Camry:9 Airbags Standard
Buyer Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct, objective answers to the most common head-to-head questions asked by prospective buyers.

The C-Class has a published mileage of 16.9 km/l. The Camry has a published mileage of 25.49 km/l (ARAI).