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Alpine A110 vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (345 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (55,200 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A110 or Mercedes C-Class Saloon?

Alpine A110 vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon: Key differences

Alpine A110

  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A110

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes C-Class Saloon is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the Alpine A110 costs 55,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,917 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon uses 4.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Alpine A110 with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

C-Class Saloon

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers considerably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 345 HP. That’s roughly 335 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Alpine A110 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers substantially more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 600 Nm more.

A110

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Alpine A110 is clearly lighter – 1,150 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 545 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers clearly more boot space – 455 L compared to 96 L. That’s a difference of about 359 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon carries clearly more – 570 kg compared to 210 kg. That’s a difference of about 360 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £41,300
C-Class Saloon

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 11 km
Alpine A110
Mercedes C-Class Saloon

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Alpine A110

The Alpine A110 is a stunning testament to modern automotive design, seamlessly blending performance with elegance. Its lightweight construction contributes to an exhilarating driving experience, making it a true driver's car. With its distinctive styling and agile handling, the A110 captures the spirit of classic sports cars while embracing contemporary technology.

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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.

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Alpine A110
Mercedes C-Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
55,200 - 282,900 £
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
11 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
152 - 157 g/km
co2
119 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,150 - 1,194 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
96 L
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,798 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 - 210 kg
Payload
485 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
252 - 345 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
185 - 254 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
Brand
Alpine
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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