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Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (286 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (62,300 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen or Mercedes C-Class Saloon?

Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon: Key differences

Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen

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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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

Grenadier Geländewagen

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen costs 62,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,937 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon uses 4.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen with 10.5 L/100km. The difference is about 6 L/100km.

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 considerably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 394 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen takes 8.8 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers substantially more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm more.

Grenadier Geländewagen

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, Mercedes C-Class Saloon is clearly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,678 kg. The difference is around 983 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen carries noticeably more – 822 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 252 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon 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 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
Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen
Mercedes C-Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen

The Ineos Grenadier is a proper, no-nonsense Geländewagen that looks and behaves like it was designed by people who prefer utility over fashion, ready to tackle mud, gravel and the odd awkward parking spot with equal confidence. It swaps showroom polish for rugged honesty and practical thinking, appealing to buyers who want a modern Defender alternative that feels more workhorse than luxury toy.

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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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Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen
Mercedes C-Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
62,300 - 129,200 £
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Consumption L/100km
10.5 - 14.4 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
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
276 - 325 g/km
co2
119 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,678 - 2,753 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,930 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
747 - 822 kg
Payload
485 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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
249 - 286 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
450 - 550 Nm
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
183 - 210 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
Brand
Ineos
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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