Compare performance (680 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (41200 £ vs 26500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Sedan or Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?
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.
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26500 £, while the Mercedes C-Class Sedan costs 41200 £. That’s a price difference of around 14689 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C-Class Sedan manages with 1.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer with 2.30 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer performs significantly better – achieving up to 413 km, about 296 km more than the Mercedes C-Class Sedan.
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 decisively edge – offering 680 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 455 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer takes 7.60 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan performs to a small extent better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer tops out at 235 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Sedan pulls convincingly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 660 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is evident lighter – 1394 kg compared to 1695 kg. The difference is around 301 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers clearly perceptible more room – 597 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 142 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Sedan a bit takes the win – 570 kg compared to 497 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.
Overall, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.
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 Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41200 - 103100 £
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Price
26500 - 41800 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
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Electric Range
11 - 117 km
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Electric Range
81 - 413 km
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
51 kWh
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co2
41 - 205 g/km
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co2
0 - 137 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1695 - 2195 kg
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Curb weight
1394 - 1760 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
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Trunk capacity
516 - 597 L
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Length
4751 - 4842 mm
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Length
4642 mm
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Width
1820 - 1900 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Height
1438 - 1458 mm
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Height
1443 - 1481 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1553 - 1634 L
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Payload
480 - 570 kg
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Payload
413 - 497 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, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
183 - 680 HP
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Power HP
130 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 11 s
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Max Speed
230 - 280 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
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Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
135 - 500 kW
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Power kW
96 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, C, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Vauxhall
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The Mercedes C-Class Sedan is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.