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Mazda MX-30 vs Mercedes C Class Sedan comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Mercedes C Class Sedan?

Mazda MX-30 vs Mercedes C Class Sedan: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
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Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

MX-30

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.

Mazda MX-30 is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Sedan costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,477 £.

As for electric range, the Mazda MX-30 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 85 km, about 74 km more than the Mercedes C Class Sedan.

C Class Sedan

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes C Class Sedan offers considerably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 510 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

MX-30

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 Sedan is barely lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 154 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Sedan offers markedly more boot space – 455 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Sedan carries noticeably more – 570 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 168 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-30 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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MX-30

Mazda MX-30

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 85 km
Mazda MX-30
Mercedes C Class Sedan

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Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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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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Mazda MX-30
Mercedes C Class Sedan

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
11 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 g/km
co2
119 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
402 kg
Payload
485 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General

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