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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
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Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
11 - 117 km
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Electric Range
521 km
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Battery Capacity
19.5 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
41 - 205 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,195 kg
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Curb weight
2,325 kg
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Trunk capacity
315 - 455 L
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Trunk capacity
410 L
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Length
4,751 mm
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Length
4,995 mm
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Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
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Width
1,910 mm
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Height
1,438 mm
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Height
1,495 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
480 - 570 kg
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Payload
335 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
-
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
183 - 680 HP
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Power HP
517 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
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Max Speed
235 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
135 - 500 kW
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Power kW
380 kW
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Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
BYD
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