BMW 3 Series Touring vs Mercedes C-Class Wagon - Differences and prices compared

Q: How powerful is the BMW 3 Series Touring's engine?

The BMW 3 Series Touring reaches a peak output of 550 HP, depending on the model.

Q: What is the fuel consumption of the BMW 3 Series Touring according to the manufacturer?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 2.50 L.

Q: What is the electric driving range of the BMW 3 Series Touring?

According to WLTP, the BMW 3 Series Touring can travel up to 97 km on a single charge.

Q: What is the battery capacity of the BMW 3 Series Touring?

The battery offers a capacity of 19.50 kWh.

Q: How fast can the BMW 3 Series Touring go?

Depending on the model, top speed is 250 km/h.

Q: What are the dimensions of the BMW 3 Series Touring?

The BMW 3 Series Touring measures 4713 mm long, 1827 mm wide and 1440 mm high.

Q: Is the Mercedes C-Class Wagon offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes C-Class Wagon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

Q: How much power does the Mercedes C-Class Wagon deliver on the road?

Depending on the version, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon delivers up to 680 HP.

Q: How much fuel does the Mercedes C-Class Wagon use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 0.40 L.

Compare performance (550 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (41100 £ vs 42400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Touring or Mercedes C-Class Wagon?

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BMW 3 Series Touring

4.3 (1 Reviews)

Mercedes C-Class Wagon

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

3 Series Touring

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW 3 Series Touring has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41100 £, while the Mercedes C-Class Wagon costs 42400 £. That’s a price difference of around 1385 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C-Class Wagon manages with 0.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the BMW 3 Series Touring with 2.50 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs slightly better – achieving up to 112 km, about 15 km more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.

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 somewhat edge – offering 680 HP compared to 550 HP. That’s roughly 130 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the BMW 3 Series Touring takes 3.50 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs somewhat better – reaching 280 km/h, while the BMW 3 Series Touring tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Wagon pulls evident stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm difference.

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3 Series Touring

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, BMW 3 Series Touring is minimal lighter – 1650 kg compared to 1755 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 3 Series Touring offers minimal more room – 500 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

Maximum load volume is the same – both hold up to 1510 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Wagon hardly perceptible takes the win – 565 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £42,400

Mercedes C-Class Wagon

Price : 42400 - 115300 £
Body Type : Estate
Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Automatic Gearbox
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
Battery Capacity : 19.50 kWh
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 3.4 - 8.8 s
Model Year : 2024 - 2025
Max Speed : 226 - 280 km/h
Torque : 250 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Doors : 5
Model : C-Klasse
Modell : C 180 T-Modell, C 200 T-Modell, C 200 All-Terrain, C 300 T-Modell, C 63 AMG S E PERFORMANCE T-Modell, C 300 e T-Modell, C 300 de T-Modell, C 200 d T-Modell, C 220 d T-Modell, C 220 d All-Terrain, C 43 AMG T-Modell, C 300 d T-Modell
CO2 Efficiency Class : E, F, G, B, D
Trim Level : Avantgarde Advanced 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Advanced Plus 9G-TRONIC, Edition Avantgarde 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Premium 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Premium Plus 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced Plus 9G-TRONIC, Edition AMG Line 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Advanced 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Advanced Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Premium 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Premium Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium Plus 9G-TRONIC, Edition Avantgarde 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Edition AMG Line 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Premium 4MATIC+ SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9G, Premium Plus 4MATIC+ SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9G, F1 Edition 4MATIC+ SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9G, AMG Line Premium 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9G, AMG Line Premium Plus 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9G
Power kW : 137 - 500 kW
co2 : 11 - 206 g/km
Engine capacity : 1496 - 1999 cm3
Curb weight : 1755 - 2235 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 40 - 66 L
Trunk capacity : 360 - 490 L
Length : 4751 - 4842 mm
Width : 1820 - 1900 mm
Height : 1454 - 1494 mm
Brand : Mercedes-Benz
Max trunk capacity : 1375 - 1510 L
Payload : 440 - 565 kg

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BMW 3 Series Touring

4.3 (1 Reviews)

The BMW 3 Series Touring blends sporting poise with everyday practicality, wrapping sharp handling and a premium cabin into a wagon that actually makes errands feel enjoyable. It’s the kind of car that hides a family-hauler’s sense of duty beneath a driver's-car attitude — useful, classy, and just cheeky enough to make you smile on the open road.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price 41100 - 131100 £	Price 42400 - 115300 £
Consumption L/100km 2.5 - 10.5 L	Consumption L/100km 0.4 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range 91 - 97 km	Electric Range 11 - 112 km
Battery Capacity 19.50 kWh	Battery Capacity 19.50 kWh
co2 57 - 238 g/km	co2 11 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 40 - 59 L	Fuel tank capacity 40 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Estate	Body Type Estate
Seats 5	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 1650 - 2025 kg	Curb weight 1755 - 2235 kg
Trunk capacity 410 - 500 L	Trunk capacity 360 - 490 L
Length 4713 - 4714 mm	Length 4751 - 4842 mm
Width 1827 - 1918 mm	Width 1820 - 1900 mm
Height 1440 - 1448 mm	Height 1454 - 1494 mm
Max trunk capacity 1420 - 1510 L	Max trunk capacity 1375 - 1510 L
Payload 405 - 520 kg	Payload 440 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid	Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox	Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 150 - 550 HP	Power HP 186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.5 - 8.8 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed 213 - 250 km/h	Max Speed 226 - 280 km/h
Torque 250 - 700 Nm	Torque 250 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6	Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 110 - 405 kW	Power kW 137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity 1995 - 2998 cm3	Engine capacity 1496 - 1999 cm3