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Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Bentley Continental Convertible comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 549 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 212,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Saloon or Bentley Continental Convertible?

Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Bentley Continental Convertible: Key differences

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • substantially cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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Bentley Continental Convertible

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C-Class Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes C-Class Saloon is substantially cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the Bentley Continental Convertible costs 212,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 170,903 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon uses 4.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Bentley Continental Convertible with 12.1 L/100km. The difference is about 7.6 L/100km.

Continental Convertible

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 Saloon offers a bit more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 549 HP. That’s roughly 131 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Bentley Continental Convertible takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers noticeably more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

C-Class Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes C-Class Saloon is clearly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,335 kg. The difference is around 640 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers considerably more boot space – 455 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 220 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon carries slightly more – 570 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon 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.

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
Mercedes C-Class Saloon
Bentley Continental Convertible

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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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Bentley Continental Convertible

The Bentley Continental GTC is the ultimate cruising companion, wrapping you in hand-stitched leather and hushed luxury while the roof folds away for sun-drenched grand tours. It’s impossibly accomplished — poised and surprisingly playful for its size — delivering an effortless presence that turns every motorway into a first-class runway.

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Mercedes C-Class Saloon
Bentley Continental Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
212,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
119 - 205 g/km
co2
275 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
2,335 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
235 L
Length
-
Length
4,850 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,964 mm
Height
-
Height
1,399 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 570 kg
Payload
465 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
549 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
318 km/h
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
404 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2019
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Bentley
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