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BMW 2 Series vs Mercedes C Class Estate comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (39,700 £ vs 42,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Mercedes C Class Estate?

BMW 2 Series vs Mercedes C Class Estate: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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Mercedes C Class Estate

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  • barely more efficient
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

2 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW 2 Series is only slightly cheaper – starting at 39,700 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Estate costs 42,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,915 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C Class Estate uses 4.7 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

C Class Estate

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 BMW 2 Series offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 242 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes C Class Estate takes 5.8 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers somewhat more torque with 650 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

2 Series

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 Estate offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series is moderately lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,755 kg. The difference is around 195 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Estate offers noticeably more boot space – 490 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Estate carries visibly more – 565 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series is clearly superior 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.

from £39,700
2 Series

BMW 2 Series

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manual
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 10 L/100km
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BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.

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Mercedes C Class Estate

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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Reviews Mercedes C Class Estate

3.6 (1 Reviews)
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Storcki
15 May 2026, 10:11:16

To me, the CLA's interior and front end are tasteless and an affront — the C estate is clearly much more attractive.

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Mercedes C Class Estate

Costs and Consumption
Price
39,700 - 98,600 £
Price
42,600 - 67,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
123 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
1,755 - 1,940 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,820 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
460 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
186 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
250 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
137 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the BMW 2 Series offered with different drivetrains?

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

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