Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs MINI Countryman

Mercedes-Benz has been steadily tightening its grip over the crown in the Indian luxury car space with both its SUVs as well as sedan models combining to provide a solid surge to sales. The ratio of demand - and therefore orders - between the two body styles is nearly similar and timely updates to proven performers...

has helped matters further. And while the <a target="_blank" href="https://auto.hindustantimes.com/new-cars/mercedesbenz/eclass">E-Class</a> remains the top-performer for the brand in the country and the latest <a target="_blank" href="https://auto.hindustantimes.com/new-cars/mercedesbenz/sclass">S-Class</a> is an automotive marvel, the newest C-Class was driven in last month with much emphasis on key fundamentals of style, comfort and in-cabin technology.Unlike some of its rivals, Mercedes has been persisting with both petrol as well as diesel engine options across its model range. We had been to the scenic hills of Mussoorie just days before the official launch of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class and had had the chance to drive the C 300d, complete with its AMG line styling and dollops of confident power. Check out the full written review of the <a target="_blank" href="https://auto.hindustantimes.com/auto/reviews/mercedes-c-class-first-drive-review-tailor-made-for-style-and-tech-41652066775318.html">C 300d here</a> or watch the review video below.As much as we would have also wanted to get behind the wheels of the C 200 around the scenic hills, there wasn't enough time and so, Mercedes was quick to ship us a petrol engine-powered unit for a few days back in the hustle and heat of Delhi. In hindsight, it was quite fitting to give each variant as much time as we could and also because the 10-year ruling on diesel-powered cars in Delhi may make a much more relevant case for the C 200 here.<strong>Here's a full drive review of Mercedes-Benz C 200.</strong>Mercedes-Benz C 200 exterior styling:The C-Class has always been quite a sporty looking vehicle but in its latest iteration, it is perhaps sportier than ever