Hi, I am considering purchasing a car in the ₹70-80 lakh budget. I am confused between the Mercedes-Benz C300d and the BMW 330Li. Please advise whether I should opt for the six-cylinder 330Li or the four-cylinder C300d.

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You have not mentioned your exact usage pattern, but if you are travelling long distances frequently and spend most of your time behind the wheel, the C300d makes sense due to its strong diesel engine, which is well-suited for highway driving.

However, in most other respects, the 330Li is a better choice as its petrol engine is obviously smoother and more refined than the C300d’s diesel motor. To clarify, the engine powering the 330Li is BMW’s 2-litre, four-cylinder petrol and not a six-cylinder unit, so the number of cylinders should not be a deciding factor here.

Crucially, the BMW 330Li has a longer wheelbase than the C300d, and that means more legroom and far better comfort for rear seat passengers compared to the tight rear seat in the C-class, which also suffers from inadequate under-thigh support.

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