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Mercedes C Class Estate vs VW ID.4 comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 299 HP), boot space and price (42,600 £ vs 34,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Estate or VW ID.4?

Mercedes C Class Estate vs VW ID.4: Key differences

Mercedes C Class Estate

3.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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VW ID.4

4.4 (10 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • marginally more power
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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

C Class Estate

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW ID.4 is visibly cheaper – starting at 34,800 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Estate costs 42,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,818 £.

ID.4

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 VW ID.4 offers marginally more power – delivering 299 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 11 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Estate is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the VW ID.4 takes 6.1 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Estate delivers marginally more torque with 550 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 5 Nm more.

C Class Estate

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes C Class Estate is slightly lighter – 1,755 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 310 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Estate carries barely more – 565 kg compared to 554 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.4 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 £34,800
ID.4

VW ID.4

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 299 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 425 - 570 km
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Mercedes C Class Estate

The Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.

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Reviews Mercedes C Class Estate

3.6 (1 Reviews)
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Storcki
15 May 2026, 10:11:16

To me, the CLA's interior and front end are tasteless and an affront — the C estate is clearly much more attractive.

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VW ID.4

The VW ID.4 is a practical, family-friendly electric SUV that balances everyday usability with a calm, composed driving character. It pairs a roomy, well-finished cabin and easy-to-use tech with predictable handling and convenient charging options, making it a sensible choice for buyers switching to electric.

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Reviews VW ID.4

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Figge
28 May 2026, 11:16:12

The electric drivetrain pays off, especially in turbulent times like these. EVs have left their teething problems behind and now also offer good range.

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Jan Hansen
10 Apr 2026, 21:40:06

It's a technologically advanced car, but somewhere along the way VW forgot the pleasant cabin and the comfortable ride. It IS a VW — and that redeems it.

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Achim
7 Apr 2026, 15:55:42

The ID.4 is a bit pricey, but very pleasant to drive. Its winter range could be better — then again, that's a problem all EVs are facing right now.

Tore
1 Mar 2026, 23:15:24

An ID.4 with 340 hp is not comparable to the Aiways U5! The U5 only has 204 hp! The ID.4’s boot is too small, rear legroom is too tight, no frunk, and it’s a bit confusing…

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Kenneth Kjeldsen
13 Dec 2025, 11:57:52

I have an ID.4 GTX and it drives like a dream — loads of extra power, sits well on the road, high seating position, quiet. I can see other cars have bigger screens, but mine works fine.

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Mercedes C Class Estate
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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,600 - 67,200 £
Price
34,800 - 47,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
425 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
123 - 157 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,755 - 1,940 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,219 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,820 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
460 - 565 kg
Payload
525 - 554 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 288 HP
Power HP
190 - 299 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 550 Nm
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
137 - 212 kW
Power kW
140 - 220 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes C Class Estate have?

The Mercedes C Class Estate is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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