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Mercedes C Class Sedan vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Sedan or Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

Mercedes C Class Sedan vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross: Key differences

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

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  • barely cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • moderately more trunk space
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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 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.

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is barely cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Sedan costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 191 £.

As for electric range, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers considerably more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 616 km more than the Mercedes C Class Sedan.

Eclipse Cross

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 clearly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 462 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross takes 7.9 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Sedan delivers considerably more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 720 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 1,922 kg. The difference is around 227 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers moderately more boot space – 545 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Sedan carries visibly more – 570 kg compared to 413 kg. That’s a difference of about 157 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Sedan is far ahead overall 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
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Costs and Consumption

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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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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross combines coupe-like looks with crossover practicality, so you get style without the showroom attitude. It’s an affable daily driver that hides a few quirks behind a confident grin, making it an easy pick for buyers who want personality without fuss.

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Mercedes C Class Sedan
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
41,100 - 48,200 £
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
16.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
615 - 627 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
119 - 205 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
1,922 - 1,950 kg
Trunk capacity
455 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,908 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 - 570 kg
Payload
385 - 413 kg

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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
160 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
Mitsubishi
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