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Ford Mustang Coupe vs Mercedes C Class Sedan comparison

Compare performance (453 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (51,800 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Mustang Coupe or Mercedes C Class Sedan?

Ford Mustang Coupe vs Mercedes C Class Sedan: Key differences

Ford Mustang Coupe

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • visibly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space

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

C Class Sedan

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes C Class Sedan is visibly cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the Ford Mustang Coupe costs 51,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,446 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C Class Sedan uses 1.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ford Mustang Coupe with 12 L/100km. The difference is about 10.4 L/100km.

C Class Sedan

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 Sedan offers noticeably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 453 HP. That’s roughly 227 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Ford Mustang Coupe takes 4.4 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Ford Mustang Coupe is marginally faster – reaching 263 km/h, while the Mercedes C Class Sedan tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 13 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Sedan delivers significantly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 480 Nm more.

C Class Sedan

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 C Class Sedan offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes C Class Sedan is only slightly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,808 kg. The difference is around 113 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Sedan offers slightly more boot space – 455 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 74 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Sedan carries significantly more – 570 kg compared to 334 kg. That’s a difference of about 236 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Sedan is far ahead overall 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 Sedan

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/100km
  • Electric Range : 11 - 117 km
Ford Mustang Coupe
Mercedes C Class Sedan

Costs and Consumption

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Ford Mustang Coupe

The Ford Mustang Coupe wears its muscle on its sleeve, delivering a raw, grin-inducing driving experience that turns everyday roads into a little theater of noise and swagger. Inside it's surprisingly livable for regular use, so if you want headline-grabbing looks and a proper driver's car without pretending to be a luxury cruiser, the Mustang coupe is a very entertaining choice.

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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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Ford Mustang Coupe
Mercedes C Class Sedan

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,800 - 65,600 £
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Consumption L/100km
12 - 12.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
11 - 117 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.5 kWh
co2
275 - 282 g/km
co2
41 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
61 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,808 - 1,837 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,195 kg
Trunk capacity
381 L
Trunk capacity
315 - 455 L
Length
4,810 - 4,819 mm
Length
4,751 mm
Width
1,916 - 1,917 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Height
1,398 - 1,404 mm
Height
1,438 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
327 - 334 kg
Payload
480 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
446 - 453 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
250 - 263 km/h
Max Speed
235 - 250 km/h
Torque
540 Nm
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
328 - 334 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
5,038 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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