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Fiat Pandina vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (65 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (14,100 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Pandina or Mercedes C-Class Saloon?

Fiat Pandina vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon: Key differences

Fiat Pandina

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • substantially more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Pandina

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Fiat Pandina is significantly cheaper – starting at 14,100 £ , while the Mercedes C-Class Saloon costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,191 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon uses 4.5 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Fiat Pandina with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

C-Class Saloon

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 Saloon offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 65 HP. That’s roughly 615 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Fiat Pandina takes 14.1 s. That’s about 10.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers substantially more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 92 Nm. That’s about 928 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Fiat Pandina is clearly lighter – 1,055 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 640 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers clearly more boot space – 455 L compared to 225 L. That’s a difference of about 230 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon carries clearly more – 570 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon 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 £41,300
C-Class Saloon

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 11 km
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Fiat Pandina

The Fiat Pandina, commonly referred to as a spirited urban companion, boasts a charm that's both nostalgic and contemporary. Its compact design embraces city streets with an agile grace, making it an excellent choice for bustling environments. With a reputation for reliability and an economical approach, the Pandina continues to win hearts as a beloved everyday vehicle.

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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
14,100 - 18,000 £
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
11 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
113 - 116 g/km
co2
119 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,055 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
225 L
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,643 - 1,662 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
365 - 385 kg
Payload
485 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 14.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
92 Nm
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
48 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Fiat Pandina have?

The Fiat Pandina is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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