The Mercedes-Benz C-Class competes with entry-, mid- and high-performance compact luxury sedans and coupes.
With its turbocharged four-cylinder engine, the C250 is more of a direct rival with the Audi A4 and BMW 320i and 328i models.
Standard equipment is similar across all models, though you'll find Audi's quattro all-wheel drive on many of the A4 models, which come with arguably better interiors.
The A4 may not carry quite the same image of prestige found on the C-Class.
BMW's 3-Series is sportier and more comfortable now more than ever.
The Lexus IS has been redesigned for 2014, and it's handsome and legitimately sporty.
The Acura TSX is also worth considering, though doesn't have the same heavy, rear-drive feel that you'll find the in C-Class.
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For those who have a want a value-oriented car that projects the right image, the 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class makes a lot of sense. |
With exception to those green-car enthusiasts out there, we think the 2014 Acura TSX strikes a solid compromise for shoppers interested in a practical, sporty, premium compact sedan. |
With its perky, composed all-wheel-drive performance, the 2014 Audi Allroad isn't just the family pick of the A4 lineup; it's a better-driving alternative to taller crossovers. |
The 2014 BMW 3-Series retains its sporting heritage, but has grown to become a high-tech, spacious, comfortable, and safe range of vehicles. |
With a hot new look, a Hybrid, some world-first technology, and much-improved cabin refinement--combined with a sharp, eager driving character--the 2014 Infiniti Q50 seeks new sport-sedan believers. |
| MSRP From | ||||
| $35,800 | $30,635 | $33,800 | $32,750 | $37,150 |
| Gas Mileage | ||||
| 13 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 45 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 36 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | ||||
| Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Premium Unleaded V-6 |
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| Compact Cars | Compact Cars | Compact Cars | Compact Cars | Mid-Size Cars |
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| 4-Door Sedan C 250 Sport RWD | 4-Door Sedan I4 Automatic | 4-Door Sedan CVT FrontTrak 2.0T Premium | 4-Door Sedan 320i RWD | 4-Door Sedan RWD |
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | ||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | ||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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| Sedan | Sedan | FrontTrak Sedan | Sedan | Sedan |
| Transmission | ||||
| Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | CVT w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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