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Mercedes C Class Sedan vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Sedan or Nissan Qashqai?

Mercedes C Class Sedan vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

Nissan Qashqai

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  • visibly cheaper
  • moderately lighter
  • barely more trunk space

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

C Class Sedan

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Nissan Qashqai is visibly cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Sedan costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,720 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C Class Sedan uses 1.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

Qashqai

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 offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 475 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Nissan Qashqai tops out at 206 km/h. The difference is around 44 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Sedan delivers significantly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 690 Nm more.

C Class Sedan

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is moderately lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers barely more boot space – 504 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Sedan carries marginally more – 570 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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
Nissan Qashqai

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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 Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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Mercedes C Class Sedan
Nissan Qashqai

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
11 - 117 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
41 - 205 g/km
co2
102 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,195 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,665 kg
Trunk capacity
315 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
4,751 mm
Length
4,425 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
1,438 mm
Height
1,625 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,422 - 1,447 L
Payload
480 - 570 kg
Payload
466 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, 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
140 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
235 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General

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