2023 Dodge Challenger vs. 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class: Compare Coupe | Pierre Dodge

AWD GT 2dr Coupe

2023 Dodge Challenger

AWD AMG C 43 4MATIC 2dr Cabriolet

2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Engine Name

Pentastar 3.6L V6 303hp 268ft. lbs.
3.0L Twin Turbo V6 385hp 384ft. lbs.

Cylinders

6
6

Aspiration

Naturally Aspirated
Twin Turbo

Bore

3.78
3.46

Compression

10.2
10.5

Displacement

3.6
3

Oil capacity

5.7
6.5

Stroke

3.27
3.23

Valve timing

VVT
VVT

Max hp

303 @6350
385 @6100

Max torque

268 @4800
384 @2500

Engine type

Internal Combustion
Internal Combustion

Cam type

DOHC
DOHC

Redline

6400
6550

Valves

24
24

Transmission Name

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic
9-Speed Shiftable Automatic

Transmission Style

Shiftable Automatic
Shiftable Automatic

Fuel type

Gasoline
Gasoline

Combined MPG

21
22

Highway MPG

27
28

City MPG

18
18

Fuel Grade

Regular
Premium

Fuel quality

87
91

Fuel induction

SMPI
DI

4WD type

on demand
full time

Battery

maintenance-free
maintenance-free

Battery saver

Yes
-

Braking assist

50 state
-

Auto start/stop

-
Yes

Front shock type

monotube
gas

Front spring type

coil
coil

Front stabilizer bar

diameter 32 mm
-

Front suspension classification

independent
independent

Front suspension type

short and long arm
multi-link

Rear shock type

monotube
gas

Rear spring type

coil
coil

Rear stabilizer bar

diameter 19 mm
-

Rear suspension classification

independent
independent

Rear suspension type

multi-link
multi-link

Suspension control

-
electronic

Length

197.9
184.8

Wheelbase

116.0
111.8

Height

58.4
55.3

Ground Clearance

5.2
3.5

Width

85.4
79.4

Front Track Width

63.4
63.1

Rear Track Width

63.8
61.3

Cargo Volume

16.2
8.8

Passenger Volume

93.9
81.3

Max Payload

1262
900

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

5350
5104

Gross Vehicle Weight Range

5001-6000
5001-6000

Curb Weight

4088
4204

Fuel Tank Capacity

18.5
17.4

Max Towing Capacity

1000
-

Head Room 1st Row

39.3
38.8

Head Room 2nd Row/Rear

37.1
35.6

Hip Room 1st Row

55.3
-

Hip Room 2nd Row/Rear

47.8
-

Shoulder Room 1st Row

58.5
54.8

Shoulder Room 2nd Row/Rear

53.9
47.8

Leg Room 1st Row

42.0
42.0

Leg Room 2nd Row/Rear

33.1
32.0

Standard Seating

5
4

Max Seating

5
4

Seating Rows

2
2

Front Wheel Diameter

20.0
18.0

Rear Wheel Diameter

20.0
18.0

Front Tire Description

245/45ZR20
225/45R18 95V

Rear Tire Description

245/45ZR20
245/40R18 97V

Front Wheel Size

20.0 x 8.0
18.0 x 7.5

Rear Wheel Size

20.0 x 8.0
18.0 x 8.5

Front Wheel Width

8.0
7.5

Rear Wheel Width

8.0
8.5

Tire Type

All Season Performance
All Season

Basic Warranty (Months/Miles)

36/36000
48/50000

Powertrain Warranty (Months/Miles)

60/60000
48/50000

Roadside Assistance (Months/Miles)

60/60000
48/50000

Antenna

element
diversity

Auxiliary Audio Input

Bluetooth, iPod/iPhone, jack, USB
Bluetooth, iPod/iPhone, memory card slot, USB

Radio

AM/FM, touch screen display, voice operated
AM/FM, HD radio, voice operated

Radio data system

yes
yes

Connected in-car apps

app marketplace integration, Google POIs, Google search
Google POIs, Google search

Infotainment system

Uconnect
-

Infotainment screen size

7 in.
10.25 in.

Smartphone integration

Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay

Electronic messaging assistance

yes
yes

Phone

yes
yes

Wireless

Bluetooth
Bluetooth

Satellite radio

-
SiriusXM

Smart device app compatibility

-
Mercedes me

Smart device app function

-
engine start, horn/light operation, lock operation, maintenance scheduling, maintenance status, security event/collision alert, vehicle location

Wi-Fi

-
hotspot compatible

Air filtration

yes
yes

Front air conditioning

automatic climate control
automatic climate control

Front air conditioning zones

dual
dual

Humidity/dewpoint sensors

yes
-

Rear vents

second row
second row

Clock

yes
yes

Digital odometer

yes
yes

External temperature display

yes
yes

Fuel economy display

MPG, range
MPG, range

Gauge

tachometer
tachometer

Instrument cluster screen size

7 in.
12.3 in.

Multi-function display

yes
yes

Trip odometer

yes
yes

Warnings and reminders

coolant temperature warning, lamp failure, low fuel level, low oil pressure, low washer fluid
coolant temperature warning, lamp failure, low fuel level, low oil pressure, maintenance due

Driver seat power adjustments

6, height, lumbar
14, 4-way power lumbar, height, reclining

Front headrests

2, adjustable
2, adjustable

Front seat type

sport bucket
sport bucket

Passenger seat manual adjustments

4, reclining
-

Rear seat folding

split
split

Rear seat type

60-40 split bench
50-50 split bench

Upholstery

cloth
leatherette

Driver seat

-
heated

Passenger seat

-
heated

Armrests

rear center with cupholders, rear folding
-

Floor mat material

carpet
carpet

Floor material

cargo area carpet, carpet
carpet

Floor mats

front, rear
front, rear

Interior accents

aluminum
aluminum

Shift knob trim

leather
-

Steering wheel trim

leather
leather

Assist handle

front
-

Center console

front console with armrest and storage
front console with armrest and storage

Cupholders

front, illuminated, rear
front, rear

Multi-function remote

panic alarm, proximity entry system, trunk release
panic alarm, proximity entry system, trunk release

One-touch windows

2
2

Overhead console

front
front

Power outlet(s)

12V front, USB front
12V front, 12V rear, USB-C front

Push-button start

yes
yes

Reading lights

front, rear
front

Rearview mirror

auto-dimming
auto-dimming

Remote engine start

yes
-

Steering wheel

yes
yes

Steering wheel mounted controls

audio, cruise control, phone, voice control
audio, cruise control, multi-function, paddle shifter, phone, voice control

Storage

accessory hook, door pockets, front seatback
cargo tie-down anchors and hooks, door pockets, front seatback, sunglasses holder

Cargo cover

-
retractable

Capless fuel filler system

-
yes

Power windows

-
lockout button

Door handle color

body-color
body-color with chrome accents

Exhaust

dual tip
quad tip

mirror color

body-color
body-color

Grille color

black
black with chrome accents

Mirror color

body-color
body-color

Rear bumper color

body-color
body-color

Rear Spoiler

yes
yes

Headlights

auto delay off, auto on/off, halogen, wiper activated
auto delay off, auto high beam dimmer, auto on/off, LED

Taillights

LED
LED

Side mirror adjustments

manual folding, power
power, power folding, reverse gear tilt

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

yes
yes

Wheels

painted aluminum alloy
aluminum alloy

Front wipers

variable intermittent
rain sensing

Power windows

safety reverse
remotely operated

Spare tire mount location

rear
rear

Airbag deactivation

occupant sensing passenger
occupant sensing passenger

Front airbags

dual
dual

Side airbags

front
front

Side curtain airbags

front, rear
front, rear

ABS

yes
yes

Brake Assist

yes
yes

Child seat anchors

LATCH system
LATCH system

Parking sensors

rear
-

Rear view camera

yes
yes

Emergency locking retractors

front
front

Front seatbelts

3-point
3-point

Rear seatbelts

3-point
3-point

Seatbelt force limiters

front
front, rear

Seatbelt pretensioners

front
front, rear

Seatbelt warning sensor

yes
yes

Anti-theft system

yes
yes

Electronic Stability Control

yes
yes

Traction control

yes
yes

Electronic parking brake

-
auto off

Automatic emergency braking

-
front, front pedestrian

Pre-Collision Assist

-
yes

When comparing the 2023 Dodge Challenger with the 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class, it's essential to consider a variety of characteristics that appeal to consumers, from pricing and fuel efficiency to technology and performance. Both vehicles are priced competitively with the Dodge Challenger at $38265 and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class at $69250 , reflecting their market positioning and feature sets.

In terms of fuel economy, the Dodge Challenger offers 18 MPG in the city and 21 MPG combined, which is designed to meet the needs of city drivers and long-distance commuters alike. On the other hand, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class provides 18 MPG in the city and a combined 22 MPG, emphasizing its efficiency across different driving environments.

Technology also plays a significant role in modern vehicles, and both models come equipped with advanced features. The Dodge Challenger includes Android Auto, Apple CarPlay integration on a screen size of 7 in., while the Mercedes-Benz C-Class not only matches this with its own 10.25 in. display but also offers Android Auto, Apple CarPlay integration, enhancing connectivity and usability.

Performance metrics such as horsepower and torque give insight into the vehicles' capabilities. The Dodge Challenger is powered by a Pentastar 3.6L V6 303hp 268ft. lbs. engine, producing 303 horsepower and 268 @4800 lb-ft of torque. In contrast, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class uses an Pentastar 3.6L V6 303hp 268ft. lbs. engine to deliver 385 horsepower and 384 @2500 lb-ft of torque, coupled with a 9-Speed Shiftable Automatic transmission for smooth handling and acceleration.

Warranty coverage is another crucial aspect, with the Dodge Challenger offering a 36/36000 basic warranty and a 60/60000 powertrain warranty. Similarly, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class provides a 48/50000 basic warranty and a 48/50000 powertrain warranty, ensuring peace of mind for owners regarding maintenance and potential repairs.

Additional features like the number of trims available, the number of doors, and body type also play into the overall appeal and functionality of each vehicle. The Dodge Challenger comes with 2 doors and is classified as a Coupe, whereas the Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes with 2 doors and a Convertible body, catering to different tastes and needs. Experience the 2023 Dodge Challenger Coupe by scheduling a test drive at Pierre Dodge, trusted dodge dealer serving Hermiston, OR and surrounding areas.

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