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Mercedes C Class Sedan vs Cadillac Lyriq comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 615 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Sedan or Cadillac Lyriq?

Mercedes C Class Sedan vs Cadillac Lyriq: Key differences

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • considerably cheaper
  • barely more power
  • substantially lighter
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Cadillac Lyriq

  • considerably more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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 Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,817 £.

As for electric range, the Cadillac Lyriq offers considerably more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 519 km more than the Mercedes C Class Sedan.

Lyriq

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 Sedan offers barely more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 615 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Mercedes C Class Sedan takes 3.4 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Sedan delivers a bit more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 880 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

C Class Sedan

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes C Class Sedan is substantially lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,713 kg. The difference is around 1,018 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers visibly more boot space – 588 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 133 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Sedan carries moderately more – 570 kg compared to 487 kg. That’s a difference of about 83 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Cadillac Lyriq comes out clearly 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 £71,100
Lyriq

Cadillac Lyriq

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 528 - 615 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 460 - 530 km
Mercedes C Class Sedan
Cadillac Lyriq

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Cadillac Lyriq

The Cadillac Lyriq arrives with bold, angular styling and a striking light signature that gives it real presence on the road without trying too hard. Inside, the Lyriq serves up a calm, tech-heavy cabin with premium touches and a relaxed driving experience that makes switching to electric feel less like a sacrifice and more like a quiet flex.

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Mercedes C Class Sedan
Cadillac Lyriq

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
460 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
119 - 205 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
2,713 - 2,774 kg
Trunk capacity
455 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,977 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 - 570 kg
Payload
426 - 487 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
528 - 615 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
388 - 452 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

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