Compare performance (680 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (41300 £ vs 147500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Sedan or Maserati Quattroporte?
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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41300 £ , while the Maserati Quattroporte costs 147500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 106161 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C Class Sedan manages with 1.60 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Maserati Quattroporte with 11.10 L. The difference is about 9.50 L per 100 km.
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 has a distinct edge – offering 680 HP compared to 430 HP. That’s roughly 250 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Maserati Quattroporte takes 4.80 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Maserati Quattroporte performs somewhat better – reaching 288 km/h, while the Mercedes C Class Sedan tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 38 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C Class Sedan pulls convincingly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 580 Nm. That’s about 440 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes C Class Sedan is noticeable lighter – 1695 kg compared to 2055 kg. The difference is around 360 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Maserati Quattroporte offers slightly more room – 530 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes C Class Sedan to a small extent takes the win – 570 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 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 Maserati Quattroporte is a grand touring saloon that wraps Italian drama and handcrafted luxury around a chassis that clearly wants to be driven. For buyers who prefer emotion to spreadsheet-friendly logic, it makes a memorable entrance and rewards spirited journeys with a sonorous exhaust and sharp steering.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
41300 - 103400 £
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Price
147500 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L
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Consumption L/100km
11.10 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
11 - 117 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
41 - 205 g/km
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co2
252 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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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
1695 - 2195 kg
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Curb weight
2055 kg
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Trunk capacity
315 - 455 L
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Trunk capacity
530 L
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Length
4751 mm
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Length
5262 mm
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Width
1820 - 1900 mm
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Width
1948 mm
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Height
1438 mm
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Height
1481 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
485 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
Petrol
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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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
430 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.80 s
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Max Speed
235 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
288 km/h
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Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
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Torque
580 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Power kW
135 - 500 kW
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Power kW
316 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
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Engine capacity
2979 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Maserati
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The Mercedes C Class Sedan is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.