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Mercedes C Class Sedan vs BYD Han comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 59,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Sedan or BYD Han?

Mercedes C Class Sedan vs BYD Han: Key differences

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space

BYD Han

  • substantially more electric range

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

C Class Sedan

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes C Class Sedan is considerably cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,835 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Han offers substantially more range – reaching up to 521 km, about 404 km more than the Mercedes C Class Sedan.

Han

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 Mercedes C Class Sedan offers markedly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the BYD Han takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the BYD Han tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Sedan delivers noticeably more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.

C Class Sedan

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 Sedan is markedly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 630 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Sedan offers marginally more boot space – 455 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Sedan carries significantly more – 570 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 235 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Sedan 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 Sedan

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 11 - 117 km
Mercedes C Class Sedan
BYD Han

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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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BYD Han

The BYD Han is a sleek, cinematic fastback saloon that pairs dramatic styling with a surprisingly plush cabin and a genuinely high-tech feel. It undercuts established rivals on price while delivering composed handling, generous equipment and long-legged electric confidence — a car that will make badge-conscious buyers sit up and take notice.

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Mercedes C Class Sedan
BYD Han

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
11 - 117 km
Electric Range
521 km
Battery Capacity
19.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
41 - 205 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,195 kg
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
315 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
4,751 mm
Length
4,995 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
1,438 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
480 - 570 kg
Payload
335 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Max Speed
235 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
380 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
BYD
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