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Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 62,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Saloon or Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen?

Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen: Key differences

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
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Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen

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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C-Class Saloon

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 Saloon is considerably cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen costs 62,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,937 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon uses 4.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen with 10.5 L/100km. The difference is about 6 L/100km.

Grenadier Geländewagen

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 Saloon offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 394 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen takes 8.8 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers considerably more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm more.

C-Class Saloon

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 Saloon is significantly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,678 kg. The difference is around 983 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen carries noticeably more – 822 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 252 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon 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 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
Mercedes C-Class Saloon
Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen

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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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Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen

The Ineos Grenadier is a proper, no-nonsense Geländewagen that looks and behaves like it was designed by people who prefer utility over fashion, ready to tackle mud, gravel and the odd awkward parking spot with equal confidence. It swaps showroom polish for rugged honesty and practical thinking, appealing to buyers who want a modern Defender alternative that feels more workhorse than luxury toy.

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Mercedes C-Class Saloon
Ineos Grenadier Geländewagen

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
62,300 - 129,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
10.5 - 14.4 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
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co2
119 - 205 g/km
co2
276 - 325 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
2,678 - 2,753 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 - 570 kg
Payload
747 - 822 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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
249 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
450 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
183 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Ineos
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