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Mercedes C Class Sedan vs Genesis G90 comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 415 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 96,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Sedan or Genesis G90?

Mercedes C Class Sedan vs Genesis G90: Key differences

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Genesis G90

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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.

Mercedes C Class Sedan is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the Genesis G90 costs 96,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 54,829 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C Class Sedan uses 4.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Genesis G90 with 11 L/100km. The difference is about 6.5 L/100km.

G90

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 clearly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 415 HP. That’s roughly 265 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Genesis G90 takes 5.2 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Sedan delivers substantially more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 549 Nm. That’s about 471 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, Mercedes C Class Sedan is clearly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,260 kg. The difference is around 565 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Sedan offers somewhat more boot space – 455 L compared to 368 L. That’s a difference of about 87 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Sedan carries slightly more – 570 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 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, 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
Genesis G90

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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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Genesis G90

The Genesis G90 is the brand's flagship limousine, wrapping passengers in a serene cabin that feels bespoke and quietly confident. It delivers a cultured ride, sumptuous materials and clever tech smarts, all served with an understated swagger that makes rear-seat commuters feel like they've finally arrived.

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Mercedes C Class Sedan
Genesis G90

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
96,200 - 108,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
119 - 205 g/km
co2
248 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
73 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
2,260 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
455 L
Trunk capacity
368 L
Length
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Length
5,275 - 5,465 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
-
Height
1,490 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 570 kg
Payload
370 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
415 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
549 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
305 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
3,470 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Genesis
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