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Mercedes C-Class Sedan vs Porsche Panamera - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (680 HP vs 782 HP), boot space and price (41200 £ vs 99800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Sedan or Porsche Panamera?

Mercedes C-Class Sedan

Porsche Panamera

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.

Mercedes C-Class Sedan has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41200 £ , while the Porsche Panamera costs 99800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 58605 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C-Class Sedan manages with 1.60 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Porsche Panamera with 3 L. The difference is about 1.40 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan performs slightly better – achieving up to 117 km, about 20 km more than the Porsche Panamera.

Panamera

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Panamera has a slightly edge – offering 782 HP compared to 680 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Panamera is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 2.90 s, while the Mercedes C-Class Sedan takes 3.40 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Panamera performs slightly better – reaching 325 km/h, while the Mercedes C-Class Sedan tops out at 280 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Sedan pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 1000 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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.

Seats: Mercedes C-Class Sedan offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Mercedes C-Class Sedan is somewhat lighter – 1695 kg compared to 1960 kg. The difference is around 265 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Panamera offers minimal more room – 494 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 39 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Sedan slight takes the win – 570 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes C-Class Sedan proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes C-Class Sedan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £41,200
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
  • Electric Range : 11 - 117 km
Mercedes C-Class Sedan
Porsche Panamera

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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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Porsche Panamera

The Porsche Panamera blends sports-car sharpness with luxury-sedan refinement, serving driving thrills up front while pampering passengers in the back. Poised, polished and mischievously quick, it’s the car for buyers who want exotic performance without losing everyday comfort.

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Mercedes C-Class Sedan
Porsche Panamera

Costs and Consumption

Price
41200 - 103100 £
Price
99800 - 212100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
11 - 117 km
Electric Range
83 - 97 km
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
co2
41 - 205 g/km
co2
69 - 274 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
75 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1695 - 2195 kg
Curb weight
1960 - 2535 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
421 - 494 L
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Length
5052 - 5204 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Width
1937 mm
Height
1438 - 1458 mm
Height
1415 - 1428 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1255 - 1385 L
Payload
480 - 570 kg
Payload
340 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
353 - 782 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
230 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
270 - 325 km/h
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Torque
500 - 1000 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
260 - 575 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
Engine capacity
2894 - 3996 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Porsche
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.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.