
Sport sedan buyers are likely to cross-shop the German trifecta that includes the C-Class, the Audi A4, and the BMW 3-Series.
The C is the prettiest of the bunch, while the 3-Series has the strongest engines and the A4 the most approachable technology.
The Alfa Romeo Giulia doesn’t lead the pack in any measurable way except for personality, and it’s positively dripping with Italian charm (and maybe motor oil).
The Jaguar XE is a subtle stunner worth a spot on your shopping list, though its infotainment can frustrate.
Infiniti’s Q60 is brilliant in some configurations, frustrating in others.
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Quick Specs | ||||
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is as gorgeous inside as it is outside, and it has moves to match. |
The 2020 Audi A4 offers big tech upgrades inside this year. |
The 2020 BMW 3-Series is back on top among compact sport sedans, even as the competition closes in. |
The 2020 Jaguar XE delivers legitimate sport-sedan goodness. |
The 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia combines agility and power in a sensuous Italian package. |
MSRP From | ||||
$41,400 | $37,400 | $40,750 | $39,900 | $39,400 |
Gas Mileage | ||||
17 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 36 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy |
Engine | ||||
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 |
EPA Class | ||||
Compact Cars | Compact Cars | Compact Cars | Compact Cars | Midsize Cars |
Style Name | ||||
C 300 Sedan | Premium 40 TFSI | 330i Sedan | S RWD | RWD |
Drivetrain | ||||
Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Rear 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 |
Body Style | ||||
Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan |
Transmission | ||||
Automatic w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | ||||
2020 Mercedes-Benz C Class vs. 2020 Audi A4 | 2020 Mercedes-Benz C Class vs. 2020 BMW 3-Series | 2020 Mercedes-Benz C Class vs. 2020 Jaguar XE | 2020 Mercedes-Benz C Class vs. 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia |