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BMW X3 vs Mercedes C-Class Sedan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (398 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 41200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Mercedes C-Class Sedan?

BMW X3

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Mercedes C-Class Sedan

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes C-Class Sedan has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41200 £, while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £. That’s a price difference of around 10091 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C-Class Sedan manages with 1.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the BMW X3 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 1.20 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan performs distinct better – achieving up to 117 km, about 29 km more than the BMW X3.

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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 Sedan has a decisively edge – offering 680 HP compared to 398 HP. That’s roughly 282 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the BMW X3 takes 4.60 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan performs slightly better – reaching 280 km/h, while the BMW X3 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Sedan pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm difference.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Mercedes C-Class Sedan is a bit lighter – 1695 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 235 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers distinct more room – 570 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, takes the win – compared to . That’s a difference of about .

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £41,200
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Mercedes C-Class Sedan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9 L
  • Electric Range : 11 - 117 km
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BMW X3

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The BMW X3 mixes Bavarian poise with everyday practicality, delivering a composed ride and a cabin that feels both premium and lived-in. It’s the sort of SUV that lets you enjoy sporty handling without sacrificing family-friendly space, so you get fun and sense in one neat package.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
51300 - 72400 £
Price
41200 - 103100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
11 - 117 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
41 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1930 - 2140 kg
Curb weight
1695 - 2195 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Length
4755 mm
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Height
1660 mm
Height
1438 - 1458 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 - 1700 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
570 kg
Payload
480 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 280 km/h
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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The BMW X3 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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