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Mercedes C Class Sedan vs Mercedes E Class Wagon comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 52,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Sedan or Mercedes E Class Wagon?

Mercedes C Class Sedan vs Mercedes E Class Wagon: Key differences

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • noticeably cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter

Mercedes E Class Wagon

  • noticeably more trunk space

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 noticeably cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the Mercedes E Class Wagon costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,307 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C Class Sedan uses 1.6 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Mercedes E Class Wagon with 1.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes C Class Sedan offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 117 km, about 8 km more than the Mercedes E Class Wagon.

E Class Wagon

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 Sedan offers slightly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Mercedes E Class Wagon takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Sedan delivers markedly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm more.

C Class Sedan

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes C Class Sedan is a bit lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 205 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E Class Wagon offers noticeably more boot space – 615 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E Class Wagon carries somewhat more – 645 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Sedan holds a narrow 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, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 11 - 117 km
Mercedes C Class Sedan
Mercedes E Class Wagon

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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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Mercedes E Class Wagon

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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Mercedes C Class Sedan
Mercedes E Class Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
11 - 117 km
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
19.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
41 - 205 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,195 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
315 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Length
4,751 mm
Length
-
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
1,438 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
480 - 570 kg
Payload
540 - 645 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
235 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

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