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BMW 4 Series Convertible vs Mercedes C Class Estate comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (52,600 £ vs 42,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Convertible or Mercedes C Class Estate?

BMW 4 Series Convertible vs Mercedes C Class Estate: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Convertible

  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes C Class Estate

3.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • markedly 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

4 Series Convertible

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 Estate is clearly cheaper – starting at 42,600 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Convertible costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,028 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C Class Estate uses 4.7 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Convertible with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

C Class Estate

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 BMW 4 Series Convertible 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 4 Series Convertible is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Mercedes C Class Estate takes 5.8 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Convertible delivers visibly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

4 Series Convertible

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes C Class Estate offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes C Class Estate is only slightly lighter – 1,755 kg compared to 1,765 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Estate offers markedly more boot space – 490 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Estate carries clearly more – 565 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 4 Series Convertible 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 £52,600
4 Series Convertible

BMW 4 Series Convertible

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 10.2 L/100km
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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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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
52,600 - 97,800 £
Price
42,600 - 67,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.2 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
136 - 231 g/km
co2
123 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,765 - 2,055 kg
Curb weight
1,755 - 1,940 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,820 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
345 - 420 kg
Payload
460 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, 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
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
186 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
250 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 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
E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the BMW 4 Series Convertible?

The BMW 4 Series Convertible is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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