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Casalini 550 vs Mercedes E-Class comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (17,000 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Casalini 550 or Mercedes E-Class?

Casalini 550 vs Mercedes E-Class: Key differences

Casalini 550

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes E-Class

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly 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

550

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Casalini 550 is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,000 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,459 £.

E-Class

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 E-Class offers significantly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 577 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 28 Nm. That’s about 722 Nm more.

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 E-Class offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Casalini 550 is clearly lighter – 425 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 1,385 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class offers significantly more boot space – 540 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 540 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class carries clearly more – 640 kg compared to 273 kg. That’s a difference of about 367 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-Class is decisively ahead 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 £50,500
E-Class

Mercedes E-Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 101 - 116 km
Casalini 550
Mercedes E-Class

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Casalini 550

The Casalini 550 is a compact city runabout that packs surprising practicality into a tiny footprint, making parking a breeze and daily errands almost enjoyable. It won't wow on long highway blasts, but for shopping trips and short commutes it's a clever, affordable alternative to a full-size car — proof that you don't need a giant wallet to get where you need to go.

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Mercedes E-Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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Casalini 550
Mercedes E-Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
17,000 - 17,100 £
Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
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co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
20 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
-
Curb weight
425 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
3,000 mm
Length
-
Width
1,500 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
273 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
45 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
28 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
2
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
479 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2022
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
Brand
Casalini
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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