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Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Hongqi EHS7 comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 619 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Saloon or Hongqi EHS7?

Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Hongqi EHS7: Key differences

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Hongqi EHS7

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  • clearly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C-Class Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes C-Class Saloon is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the Hongqi EHS7 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,099 £.

As for electric range, the Hongqi EHS7 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 600 km, about 589 km more than the Mercedes C-Class Saloon.

EHS7

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 Saloon offers barely more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 619 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Hongqi EHS7 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers substantially more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 570 Nm more.

C-Class Saloon

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.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers clearly more boot space – 455 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 455 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon is barely 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 £41,300
C-Class Saloon

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • 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
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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
51,400 - 64,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
540 - 600 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
111 kWh
co2
119 - 205 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
4,925 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Height
-
Height
1,680 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 570 kg
Payload
-

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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
343 - 619 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
253 - 455 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Hongqi
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes C-Class Saloon have?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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