Compare performance (601 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (49400 £ vs 42400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i4 or Mercedes C Class Wagon?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes C Class Wagon has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42400 £ , while the BMW i4 costs 49400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6929 £.
As for electric range, the BMW i4 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 613 km, about 501 km more than the Mercedes C Class Wagon.
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 to a small extent edge – offering 680 HP compared to 601 HP. That’s roughly 79 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Wagon is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the BMW i4 takes 3.70 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C Class Wagon pulls distinct stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 795 Nm. That’s about 225 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes C Class Wagon is somewhat lighter – 1755 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 315 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes C Class Wagon offers hardly perceptible more room – 490 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes C Class Wagon slightly takes the win – 565 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.
The BMW i4 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW i4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The BMW i4 arrives with the poise of a classic Gran Coupé, marrying BMW's playful handling with a sleek, modern interior that makes switching to electric feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise. For buyers who want a practical daily driver that still enjoys a spirited back-road run, the i4 quietly delivers smiles and a surprising dose of driver engagement.
detailsThe 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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Price
49400 - 62500 £
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Price
42400 - 115300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
514 - 613 km
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Electric Range
11 - 112 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
11 - 206 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2070 - 2285 kg
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Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
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Length
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Length
4751 - 4842 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Width
1820 - 1900 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1454 - 1494 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
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Payload
445 - 480 kg
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Payload
440 - 565 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
286 - 601 HP
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Power HP
186 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
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Torque
400 - 795 Nm
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Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
210 - 442 kW
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The BMW i4 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.