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BMW Série 3 vs Mercedes-Benz Classe C — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the BMW Série 3 and the Mercedes-Benz Classe C: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
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Both models share a near-identical entry price (MAD 549,000 vs MAD 559,000).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | BMW Série 3 | Mercedes-Benz Classe C |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Body | Sedan | Sedan |
| Fuel | Petrol | Hybrid |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Automatic |
| Power | 245 ch | 204 ch |
| Consumption | 6.4 L/100 km | 6.1 L/100 km |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 549,000 | MAD 559,000 |
| Top trim price | MAD 769,000 | MAD 749,000 |
Pros and watch-outs
BMWSérie 3
Pros
- Standard rear-wheel drive — best-in-class 50/50 balance in D-premium segment
- iDrive 8.5 + 14.9'' Curved Display — best on-board tech in segment
- Respected B48 engines — 200k km+ reliability in MA per Smeia
- 330e PHEV 65 km EV WLTP — reduced TVM vignette exempt (0 MAD/year)
- M3 Competition 510 hp on request — unique performance version in MA catalogue
Watch-outs
- No Touring estate version imported (sedan only)
- No cheaper 318i entry (Audi A4 35 TFSI at 519k remains most accessible)
- 320d diesel at 10 fiscal HP — unfavourable ~3,600 MAD/year vignette
Mercedes-BenzClasse C
Pros
- Segment best-seller — ~62% resale at 3 years (best in premium D)
- Three drivetrains: gas MHEV, diesel MHEV, PHEV 110 km EV
- Most luxurious cabin in the segment — 11.9" portrait + 12.3" cluster
- Auto Hall network: 12 premium dealerships in Morocco
- C 300 e eligible for reduced TVM vignette (PHEV)
Watch-outs
- Prices up +9% vs 2024 — the C 200 passes 600k with options
- 455 L boot (vs 480 for the 3-Series) — power straps but few cubbies
- No 6-cylinder gasoline version in the MA catalogue (only in AMG C 43)
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Frequently asked — BMW Série 3 vs Mercedes-Benz Classe C
BMW Série 3 or Mercedes-Benz Classe C: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is entry price, look at the BMW Série 3 (entry MAD 549,000). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the BMW Série 3 and the Mercedes-Benz Classe C?
The BMW Série 3 starts at MAD 549,000 versus MAD 559,000 for the Mercedes-Benz Classe C, a 2% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the BMW Série 3 and Mercedes-Benz Classe C be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.