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Mercedes C Class Sedan vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 32,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Sedan or BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe?

Mercedes C Class Sedan vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe: Key differences

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C Class Sedan

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.

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,400 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Sedan costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,968 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe uses 4.2 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Mercedes C Class Sedan with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

2 Series Gran Coupe

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 Sedan offers clearly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 380 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Sedan delivers substantially more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 620 Nm more.

C Class Sedan

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, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is moderately lighter – 1,495 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Sedan offers only slightly more boot space – 455 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Sedan carries slightly more – 570 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Sedan stands well ahead of its rival 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 Sedan

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • 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 Sedan
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

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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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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe pairs sharp handling with surprising practicality, wearing BMW's sporty looks in a compact, city-friendly shell. It's ideal for buyers who want a premium driving experience without the fuss of something larger — all the attitude, none of the excess.

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Mercedes C Class Sedan
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
32,400 - 51,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
119 - 205 g/km
co2
110 - 170 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
49 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,650 kg
Trunk capacity
455 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Length
-
Length
4,546 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 570 kg
Payload
455 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
BMW
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