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Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (487 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Mustang Mach-E or Mercedes C-Class Saloon?

Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon: Key differences

Ford Mustang Mach-E

3.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably more electric range
  • moderately more trunk space
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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • slightly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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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

Mustang Mach-E

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes C-Class Saloon is slightly cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the Ford Mustang Mach-E costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,103 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Mustang Mach-E offers considerably more range – reaching up to 600 km, about 589 km more than the Mercedes C-Class Saloon.

C-Class Saloon

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 C-Class Saloon offers visibly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 487 HP. That’s roughly 193 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Ford Mustang Mach-E takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers very slightly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 950 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

Mustang Mach-E

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes C-Class Saloon is visibly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,161 kg. The difference is around 466 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Mustang Mach-E offers moderately more boot space – 519 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 64 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon carries markedly more – 570 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Mustang Mach-E 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 £48,400
Mustang Mach-E

Ford Mustang Mach-E

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 268 - 487 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.7 - 21 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 470 - 600 km
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Mercedes C-Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Mustang Mach-E

The Mustang Mach-E proves an electric SUV can be both playful and practical, with the Mustang name bringing muscle-car charisma to a family-friendly package. It delivers eager performance, a comfortable cabin, and a slick infotainment setup that keeps daily driving fun — and yes, you’ll still get admiring glances at the lights.

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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

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 Mach-E
Mercedes C-Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
48,400 - 66,900 £
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 21 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
470 - 600 km
Electric Range
11 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
119 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,161 - 2,351 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
519 L
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,881 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
368 - 450 kg
Payload
485 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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
268 - 487 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
525 - 950 Nm
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
197 - 358 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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