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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Mercedes C Class Wagon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (392 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (45700 £ vs 42400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Mercedes C Class Wagon?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

Mercedes C Class Wagon

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

4 Series Gran 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 Wagon has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42400 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 45700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3243 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C Class Wagon manages with 0.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe with 5 L. The difference is about 4.60 L per 100 km.

C Class Wagon

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 Mercedes C Class Wagon has a significantly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 392 HP. That’s roughly 288 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Wagon is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.60 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C Class Wagon performs a bit better – reaching 280 km/h, while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe 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 650 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm difference.

4 Series Gran Coupe

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 4 Series Gran Coupe is minimal lighter – 1695 kg compared to 1755 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes C Class Wagon offers barely noticeable more room – 490 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes C Class Wagon performs a bit better – up to 1510 L, which is about 220 L more than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes C Class Wagon a bit takes the win – 565 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 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.

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
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

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.

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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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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Mercedes C Class Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
45700 - 68000 £
Price
42400 - 115300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
11 - 112 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
co2
131 - 179 g/km
co2
11 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
59 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1695 - 1935 kg
Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
Length
4783 mm
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Height
1442 mm
Height
1454 - 1494 mm
Max trunk capacity
1290 L
Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
Payload
480 kg
Payload
440 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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
184 - 392 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 288 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe have?

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-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.