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Audi A7 vs Mercedes C Class Wagon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (630 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (55000 £ vs 42600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A7 or Mercedes C Class Wagon?

Audi A7

Mercedes C Class Wagon

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

A7

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes C Class Wagon has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42600 £ , while the Audi A7 costs 55000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12428 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C Class Wagon manages with 0.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Audi A7 with 1.20 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes C Class Wagon performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 112 km, about 44 km more than the Audi A7.

C Class Wagon

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes C Class Wagon has a slight edge – offering 680 HP compared to 630 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 3.40 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 280 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C Class Wagon pulls to a small extent stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.

A7

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 Wagon offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Mercedes C Class Wagon is slight lighter – 1755 kg compared to 1770 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A7 offers minimal more room – 535 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes C Class Wagon performs slight better – up to 1510 L, which is about 120 L more than the Audi A7.

When it comes to payload, Audi A7 barely noticeable takes the win – 600 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Wagon is far ahead overall 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.

Audi A7
Mercedes C Class Wagon

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C Class Wagon

Mercedes C Class Wagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 9 L
  • Electric Range : 11 - 112 km

Audi A7

The Audi A7 wraps elegant fastback lines around a sumptuous, tech-packed cabin that turns everyday drives into something a bit more special. It strikes a polished balance between relaxed comfort and engaging poise, so you’ll enjoy long cruises and spirited backroad runs while arriving in unmistakable style.

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Mercedes C Class Wagon

The Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.

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Audi A7
Mercedes C Class Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
55000 - 117900 £
Price
42600 - 115300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 12.2 L
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
67 - 68 km
Electric Range
11 - 112 km
Battery Capacity
14.40 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
co2
28 - 276 g/km
co2
11 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 73 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1770 - 2150 kg
Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
Length
4969 - 5009 mm
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Width
1908 - 1950 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Height
1422 - 1424 mm
Height
1454 - 1494 mm
Max trunk capacity
1235 - 1390 L
Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
Payload
510 - 600 kg
Payload
440 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 630 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
245 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
Torque
370 - 850 Nm
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 463 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Audi A7 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.