BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class
The 3 Series is cheaper to get into: it starts at ₹77.80 lakh against ₹82.00 lakh for the E-Class. Only the 3 Series has been crash-tested (4 stars).
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3 Series vs E-Class: specs and prices
| BMW 3 Series | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹77.80 L | ₹82.00 L – ₹1.45 Cr |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Automatic |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Mileage (claimed) | 13.02 km/l | – |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 8 |
| Crash-test rating | 4-star (ASEAN NCAP) | Not tested |
| Expert score | 9/10 | 9/10 |
| Variants | 1 | 3 |
| Cheapest automatic | ₹77.80 L | ₹82.00 L |
Ex-showroom prices from each maker's official website, updated 2026-10-22. On-road prices depend on your state.
Quick answers
- Which is cheaper, the BMW 3 Series or the Mercedes-Benz E-Class?
- The BMW 3 Series starts at ₹77.80 lakh ex-showroom; the Mercedes-Benz E-Class starts at ₹82.00 lakh. Prices updated 2026-10-22.
- Which is safer, the 3 Series or the E-Class?
- 3 Series: 4-star ASEAN NCAP; E-Class: not crash-tested yet. Up to 6 and 8 airbags respectively.
- Which is better, the 3 Series or the E-Class?
- The 3 Series is cheaper to get into: it starts at ₹77.80 lakh against ₹82.00 lakh for the E-Class. Only the 3 Series has been crash-tested (4 stars). Which suits you depends on your budget and the features you need: Right Ride's matcher ranks both against your priorities and shows on-road prices for your state.