Tesla Model Y vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class

CarWale brings you comparison of Tesla Model Y and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The Tesla Model Y price is Rs. 59.89 Lakh and Mercedes-Benz C-Class price is Rs. 60.30 Lakh. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is available in 1496 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol).

Model Y vs C-Class Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Model Y	C-Class
Price	Rs. 59.89 Lakh	Rs. 60.30 Lakh
Engine Capacity	-	1496 cc
Power	-	201 bhp
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic (TC)
Fuel Type	Electric	Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol)

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Tesla Model Y

RWD

Rs. 59.89 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 200

Rs. 60.30 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

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Tesla Model Y

RWD

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 200

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Engine		1496 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type		M264+EQ Boost
Turbocharger / Supercharger		Turbocharged
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Not Applicable	Turbocharged
Battery	60 kWh
Fuel Type	Electric	Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol)
Max Power (bhp@rpm)		201 bhp @ 5800 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)		300 Nm @ 1800-4000 rpm
Max Motor Performance	235 bhp	20 bhp
Emission Standard	Not Applicable	BS6 Phase 2
Top Speed (kmph)		246
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)		15
Direct Start in CNG	Not Applicable
Idle Start/Stop
Driving Range (km)	500
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) Claimed (seconds)	5.9	7.3
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD
Transmission	Automatic - 1 Gears	Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Regenerative Braking
Pure Electric Driving Mode

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension		Four-link front axle, coil springs, gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabiliser
Rear Suspension		Five-link independent rear suspension, coil springs, gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabiliser
Front Brake Type		Disc
Rear Brake Type		Disc
Steering Type		Power assisted (Electric)
Front Tyres		205 / 55 R17
Rear Tyres		205 / 55 R17
Tyre Construction	Radial - Tubeless	Radial - Tubeless
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel		Space Saver

Features

Exterior

Safety

Blind Spot Detection
Airbags	6 Airbags	7 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
High-beam Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
CNG Leak Detection	Not Applicable
Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Child Seat Anchor Points
Puncture Repair Kit
Seat Belt Warning
Rear Middle Head Rest
Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner- Automatic/Zones		Automatic Climate Control: Dual Zone
Front AC		Two Zones, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC		Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest
Heater
Cruise Control
Parking Assist		Automatic Parking
Parking Sensors		Front & Rear
Steering Adjustment		Electric Tilt & Telescopic
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors		Driver & Co-Driver
Headlight and Ignition on Reminder
12V Power Outlets
Electronic Parking Brake		Auto Hold

Lighting

Braking & Traction

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Exterior Door Handles Finish		Body Coloured
Interior Door Handles Finish		Chrome
Power Windows Position		Front & Rear
One Touch Down		All
One Touch Up		All
Rear Windshield Blind		Electric
Side Window Blinds		Rear - Manual
Door Pockets		Front & Rear
Scuff Plates		Metallic
Adjustable ORVMs		Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Anti-glare Mirrors		Electronic - All
Rain-sensing Wipers
Bootlid Opener		Electric Tailgate Release
Rear Defogger

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Infotainment Screen Size (inch)	15.4	11.9
Speakers		9
Android Auto		Wireless
Apple CarPlay		Wireless
AM/FM Radio
Steering-mounted controls
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
USB Compatibility
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
Wireless Charger

Seats & Upholstery

Seat Upholstery	Leather	Leather
Driver Seat Adjustment		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)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment		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)
Second Row Seat Adjustment		4 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down, headrest forward / back)
Ventilated Seats		Front only
Ventilated Seat Type		Heated and cooled
Massage Seats
Interiors	Single Tone	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Black	Customisable
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Front Seatback Pockets
Driver Armrest
Rear Armrest		Cup Holder
Split Rear Seat		40:20:40
Folding Rear Seat	Flat	Flat
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench

Mobile App Features

Instrumentation

Average Fuel Consumption
Distance to Empty
Low Fuel Level Warning
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
Instrument Cluster Screen Type	Digital	Digital
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
CNG Fuel Gauge	Not Applicable
Total CNG Mode Time	Not Applicable
Trip Meter		2 Trips Electronic
Average Speed
Door Ajar Warning
Tachometer		Digital
Shift Indicator
Clock		Digital

Storage

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Stealth Grey	Obsidian Black
	Pearl White Multi-Coat	Mojave Silver
	Diamond Black	Selenite Grey
	Glacier Blue	Sodalite Blue
	Quicksilver	Opalith White
	Ultra Red	Hi-Tech Silver

User Reviews

Overall Rating

3.6/5

10 Ratings

4.7/5

11 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.5Exterior	4.7Exterior
	4.0Performance	4.7Comfort
	3.2Value for Money	4.3Performance
	5.0Comfort	4.3Fuel Economy
		4.6Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Tesla Model Y RWD

The buying experience of the car was smooth and awesome. The only problem with Tesla in India is the charging station. As India is still not properly developed for tesla. But the driving experience of the car is outstanding as this type of futuristic cars are limited in India.

Mercedes Benz C class very nice car

Mercedes Benz C class very nice model with the best and new features The material product is very good very nice in the car a class Mercedes range so good mileage. And a very so beautiful product and looking the future

Used Cars in India

1 Used Model Y

Rs. 25 Lakhonwards

596 Used C-Class

Rs. 2.99 Lakhonwards

More Expert Reviews on Model Y and C-Class

Tesla Model Y Driven in India

By Sagar Bhanushali25 Jul 2025

Tesla’s India journey is finally taking shape, and what better way to kick it off than with the Model Y, currently the brand’s most popular car globally. We recently got a brief taste of this offbeat EV on Mumbai roads.

Model Y comparison with similar cars

Length (mm)	4790	4751
Width (mm)	1982	1820
Height (mm)	1624	1437
Ground Clearance (unladen) (mm)	167
Wheelbase (mm)		2865
Kerb Weight Range	1928 kg

Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Doors (Doors)	4	4
Bootspace (litres)		455
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)		50

Sunroof / Moonroof		Panoramic
Body-coloured Bumpers
Antenna		Roof-Mounted Antenna

Headlights		LED
Headlight Height Adjuster
Automatic Headlamps
Taillights		LED
Daytime Running Lights		LED
Fog Lights		LED
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cabin Lamps Position		Front and Rear
Reading Lamp
Glovebox Lamp
Light on Vanity Mirrors		Driver & Co-Driver
Ambient Interior Lighting
Puddle Lamps

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Hold Control

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking		Keyless
Child Safety Lock
Speed Sensing Door Lock

Emergency Call Button
Find My Car
Check Vehicle Status via App
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Geo-fence

Cup Holders Position		Front & Second Row
Driver Armrest Storage

Vehicle Warranty (In Years)	4	3
Vehicle Warranty (In Kilometres)	80000	Unlimited
Battery Warranty (In Years)	8	Not Applicable
Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	160000	Not Applicable