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Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 220d vs Tesla Model Y Rear Wheel Drive

Detailed side-by-side comparison of prices, performance, dimensions, and features.

Key Specifications Matrix

197 bhp @ 3600 rpm
Power
295 hp
440 Nm @ 1800-2800 rpm
Torque
430 Nm
1993 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC OM 654
Engine / Motor
—
Automatic
Gearbox
Automatic
RWD
Drivetrain
RWD
Diesel
Fuel
Electric
5 Seater
Seating
5 Seater
7
Airbags
6

Full Technical Specifications

Comprehensive Breakdown
Specification Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 220d Tesla Model Y Rear Wheel Drive
Pricing & Availability
Price Amount ₹ 58.65 Lakh ₹ 59.89 Lakh
Price Type Ex-Showroom Ex-Showroom
Engine
Engine
1993 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
—
Fuel
Diesel
Electric
Engine Type
OM 654
—
Power
197 bhp @ 3600 rpm
295 hp
Torque
440 Nm @ 1800-2800 rpm
430 Nm
Transmission
9G-Tronic, Automatic (Torque Converter) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Single speed fixed gear
Gearbox ratio: 9:1
Drivetrain
RWD (Rear Wheel Drive)
RWD (Rear Wheel Drive)
Fuel Capacity
66 litres
—
Emission Standard
BS 6
Zero emission vehicle (ZEV)
Engine Misc
Idle Start/Stop
Rear motor:
  • AC PMSM (permanent magnet synchronous motor)
  • Liquid cooled
  • Variable frequency drive

Opening the door turns on the touchscreen and instrument panel
0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds
Electric Range —
430 km (WLTP)
Body
Length
4751 mm
4751mm
Width
1820 mm
2129mm (including mirrors), 1978mm (including folded mirrors), 1921mm (without mirrors)
Height
1437 mm
1624mm
Wheelbase
2865 mm
2890mm
Front Tyre
205 / 55 R17
255/45 R19 or 255/40 R20
Rear Tyre
205 / 55 R17
255/45 R19 or 255/40 R20
Front Suspension
Four-link front axle, coil springs, gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabiliser
Independent, double wishbone, coil spring/telescopic damper, sway bar
Rear Suspension
Five-link independent rear suspension, coil springs, gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabiliser
Independent, multi-link, coil spring/telescopic damper
Steering
Power assisted (Electric)
Rack and pinion with electronic power steering
Speed sensitive
Number of turns lock to lock: 2.00
Height/ Tilt angle adjustable
Heated steering wheel
Wheel
Alloy Wheels
—
Spare Wheel
Space Saver
—
Ground Clearance —
172mm
Turn Radius —
6.065m
Kerb weight —
1909 kg
Safety
Airbags
7 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
6 Airbags: Dual front airbgs, Seat mounted side airbags, Curtain airbags
Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Yes Yes
EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution) Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes —
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) Yes —
Hill Hold Control Yes —
Traction Control System Yes Yes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
—
Park Assist
Reverse Camera
Visual and audio feedback
Speed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
—
Dynamic Brake Lights Yes —
Seatbelt Warning Yes —
Mid Rear Seat Belt Yes —
Child Seat Anchor Point Yes —
Central Lock
Keyless
Yes
Speed Sensitive Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
NCAP Rating —
5 Star (NHTSA)
Sponsored
Exterior
Number of Doors
4 Doors
—
Headlight
LED
LED, Signature lights - series of LED lights along the rim of headlights
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps Yes —
Headlamp Levelling Yes —
Fog Light
LED
LED fog lamps
ORVM
Body Coloured (Electrically Adjustable & Retractable)
—
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes —
Taillamp
LED
Auto tail lights
External Door Handles
Body Coloured
—
Rain Sensing Wipers Yes —
Body Coloured Bumper Yes —
Interior
Interior
Dual Tone
—
Scuff Plates
Metallic
—
Seating Capacity
5 Person
5
Seating Row
2 Rows
—
Driver Seat
12 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down, headrest forward / back)
—
Driver Armrest Yes Yes
Front Passenger Seat
12 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
—
Driver Armrest Storage Yes —
Headrest
Front & Rear
—
Front Seat Back Pocket Yes —
Rear Seat
4 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down, headrest forward / back)
—
Rear Seat Type
Bench
—
Rear Seat Folding
Partial
—
Rear Seat Split
40:20:40 split
—
Mid Rear Head Rest Yes —
Interior Colour
Customisable
—
Seat Upholstery
Leather
—
Leather Steering Yes —
Interior Door Handles
Chrome
—
Door Pockets
Front & Rear
—
Boot Opener
Electric Tailgate Release
—
Anti Glare Mirror
Electronic - All
Auto Dimming
Interior Ambient Light
64
—
Interior Ambient Lights Yes —
Puddle Lamp Yes —
Cabin Lamp
Front and Rear
—
Vanity Mirror Light
Driver & Co-Driver
—
Rear Reading Lamp Yes —
Infotainment
Display
Touch-screen Display
Touch-screen Display
Screen Size
12.3 inch
15 inch
Connectivity
Android Auto (Wireless), Apple Car Play (Wireless)
WiFi
Integrated Music System Yes
Premium audio with 13 speakers, 1 subwoofer, 2 amps and immersive sound
Speakers
9
13
Steering Mounted Controls Yes Yes
Voice Command Yes —
Bluetooth
Phone & Audio Streaming
Yes
GPS Yes —
Radio Yes —
USB Yes Yes
Instrument
Digital
—
Tripmeter
Electronic 2 Trips
—
Average Fuel Consumption Yes —
Average Speed Yes —
Instant Fuel Consumption Yes —
Clock
Digital
—
Low Fuel Warning Yes —
Door Ajar Warning Yes —
Gear Indicator Yes —
Tachometer
Digital
—
Cluster Brightness Adjustment Yes —
Sponsored
Comfort
AC
Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)
Fully automatic temperature control
HEPA filtration system
Front AC
Two Zones, Common Fan Speed Control
—
Rear AC
Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest
—
Heater Yes —
Cruise Control Yes —
Keyless Button Start Yes —
Steering Adjust
Electric Tilt & Telescopic
—
Power Windows
Front & Rear
—
Window One Touch Down
All
—
Window One Touch Up
All
—
Side Blinds on Windows
Rear - Manual
—
Rear Windshield Blind
Manual
—
Rear Defogger Yes —
Sunroof
Panoramic Sunroof
—
Vanity Mirror
Driver & Co-Driver
—
Headlight Ignition On Reminder Yes —
12V Power Outlet Yes —
Cupholder
Front & Rear
—
Wireless Charging Yes Yes
Battery
Battery —
60 kWh
Liquid cooled Lithium ion
High voltage battery:
  • Voltage: 360V DC
  • Temperature range: -30° to 65°
Low voltage battery:
  • Rating: 33 Ah or higher
  • Voltage and polarity: Low voltage negative ground
Supercharging max: 250 kW
Upto 270 km range in just 15 minutes on Tesla’s supercharger network
Wall connector: charging speeds upto 70km of range added per hour, 24 ft cable
Mobile connector: Using 110V it can povide upto 4.8km range per hour, using 240V outlet, it provides upto 48km range per hour
Other
Find My Car Yes —
Geofencing Yes —
Car Status Via App Yes —
OTA Update Yes —
AC On Off via App Yes —
Car Unlock via App Yes —
Sunroof via App Yes —
Remote Light Flash via App Yes —
Sponsored
Warranty
Warranty (Years)
3
—
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Comparison Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers and head-to-head performance highlights between the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 220d and Tesla Model Y Rear Wheel Drive.

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 220d is priced at ₹ 58.65 Lakh, while the Tesla Model Y Rear Wheel Drive is priced at ₹ 59.89 Lakh.

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 220d delivers 197 bhp @ 3600 rpm power and 440 Nm @ 1800-2800 rpm torque, compared to the Tesla Model Y Rear Wheel Drive which produces 295 hp power and 430 Nm torque.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 220d features a Automatic gearbox with Diesel fuel, while Tesla Model Y Rear Wheel Drive comes with a Automatic gearbox and Electric fuel.

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