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BMW i4 vs Mercedes C Class Wagon - Differences and prices compared

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?

BMW i4

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Mercedes C Class Wagon

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

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 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.

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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, 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.

Who wins the race?

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.

from about £49,400
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BMW i4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 16.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 514 - 613 km
BMW i4
Mercedes C Class Wagon

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BMW i4

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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.

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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 i4
Mercedes C Class Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
49400 - 62500 £
Price
42400 - 115300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
514 - 613 km
Electric Range
11 - 112 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
11 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2070 - 2285 kg
Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
Length
-
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Height
-
Height
1454 - 1494 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
Payload
445 - 480 kg
Payload
440 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 601 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
Torque
400 - 795 Nm
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
210 - 442 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the BMW i4 have?

The BMW i4 is available as 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.