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BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Mercedes C Class Sedan comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe or Mercedes C Class Sedan?

BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Mercedes C Class Sedan: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Coupe

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  • marginally lighter
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Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • a bit cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • barely more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly 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 Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes C Class Sedan is a bit cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Coupe costs 45,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,360 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C Class Sedan uses 4.5 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Coupe with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

C Class Sedan

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes C Class Sedan offers noticeably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the BMW 4 Series Coupe takes 3.5 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Sedan delivers clearly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.

4 Series Coupe

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 Sedan offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Coupe is marginally lighter – 1,600 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Sedan offers only slightly more boot space – 455 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Sedan carries noticeably more – 570 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 155 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Sedan stands well ahead of its rival 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 Sedan

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • 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
BMW 4 Series Coupe
Mercedes C Class Sedan

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 4 Series Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Coupe blends aggressive styling with a driver-focused cabin, making even the humdrum commute feel like a short track day. It balances sharp handling and grown-up comfort with a dash of theatrical flair, so you get sportscar charisma without the drama of constant sacrifices.

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Mercedes C Class Sedan

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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BMW 4 Series Coupe
Mercedes C Class Sedan

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,700 - 92,700 £
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 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
11 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 226 g/km
co2
119 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,600 - 1,895 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
355 - 415 kg
Payload
485 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 390 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 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, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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