Compare performance (680 HP vs 639 HP), boot space and price (41200 £ vs 69200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Sedan or Porsche Macan?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes C-Class Sedan has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41200 £ , while the Porsche Macan costs 69200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28005 £.
As for electric range, the Porsche Macan performs decisively better – achieving up to 644 km, about 527 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 hardly perceptible edge – offering 680 HP compared to 639 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the Mercedes C-Class Sedan takes 3.40 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan performs slight better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Porsche Macan tops out at 260 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Macan pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 1130 Nm compared to 1020 Nm. That’s about 110 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, Mercedes C-Class Sedan is evident lighter – 1695 kg compared to 2295 kg. The difference is around 600 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Porsche Macan offers to a small extent more room – 540 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Sedan hardly perceptible takes the win – 570 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.
Overall, the Porsche Macan 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 Porsche Macan feels like a compact sports car dressed in SUV clothes, delivering razor-sharp handling and a cabin that somehow mixes luxury with everyday practicality. For buyers who crave driving thrills without sacrificing usability, the Macan is a rare breed that makes running errands feel like a weekend blast and manages to look smugly good in the process.
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Price
41200 - 103100 £
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Price
69200 - 99000 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.5 kWh
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Electric Range
11 - 117 km
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Electric Range
585 - 644 km
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
95 kWh
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co2
41 - 205 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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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
2295 - 2470 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
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Trunk capacity
476 - 540 L
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Length
4751 - 4842 mm
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Length
4784 - 4805 mm
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Width
1820 - 1900 mm
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Width
1938 - 1952 mm
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Height
1438 - 1458 mm
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Height
1613 - 1623 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1288 - 1348 L
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Payload
480 - 570 kg
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Payload
470 - 545 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
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
183 - 680 HP
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Power HP
360 - 639 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.7 s
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Max Speed
230 - 280 km/h
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Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
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Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
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Torque
563 - 1130 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
135 - 500 kW
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Power kW
265 - 470 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Porsche
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The Mercedes C-Class Sedan is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.