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Mercedes C-Class Sedan vs Nissan Ariya - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (680 HP vs 435 HP), boot space and price (41200 £ vs 37300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Sedan or Nissan Ariya?

Mercedes C-Class Sedan

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

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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.

Nissan Ariya has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37300 £, while the Mercedes C-Class Sedan costs 41200 £. That’s a price difference of around 3889 £.

As for range, the Nissan Ariya performs clearly better – achieving up to 531 km, about 414 km more than the Mercedes C-Class Sedan.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 680 HP compared to 435 HP. That’s roughly 245 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 Nissan Ariya takes 5 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan performs evident better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Nissan Ariya tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Sedan pulls significantly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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In curb weight, Mercedes C-Class Sedan is somewhat lighter – 1695 kg compared to 1980 kg. The difference is around 285 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan Ariya offers minimal more room – 468 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Sedan clearly perceptible takes the win – 570 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Nissan Ariya shows itself to be slightly ahead and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Nissan Ariya

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 435 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.7 - 24.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 402 - 531 km
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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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Nissan Ariya

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The Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41200 - 103100 £
Price
37300 - 54800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 24.5 kWh
Electric Range
11 - 117 km
Electric Range
402 - 531 km
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
63 - 87 kWh
co2
41 - 205 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1695 - 2195 kg
Curb weight
1980 - 2277 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
415 - 468 L
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Length
4595 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1438 - 1458 mm
Height
1650 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1280 - 1350 L
Payload
480 - 570 kg
Payload
363 - 420 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
218 - 435 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
230 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Torque
300 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
160 - 320 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2022 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Nissan

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Is the Mercedes C-Class Sedan offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes C-Class Sedan is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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