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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
41200 - 103100 £
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Price
99800 - 212100 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L
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Consumption L/100km
3 - 12 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
11 - 117 km
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Electric Range
83 - 97 km
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
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co2
41 - 205 g/km
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co2
69 - 274 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
75 - 90 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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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
1960 - 2535 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
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Trunk capacity
421 - 494 L
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Length
4751 - 4842 mm
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Length
5052 - 5204 mm
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Width
1820 - 1900 mm
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Width
1937 mm
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Height
1438 - 1458 mm
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Height
1415 - 1428 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1255 - 1385 L
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Payload
480 - 570 kg
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Payload
340 - 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
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
353 - 782 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 5.3 s
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Max Speed
230 - 280 km/h
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Max Speed
270 - 325 km/h
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Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
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Torque
500 - 1000 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
135 - 500 kW
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Power kW
260 - 575 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
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Engine capacity
2894 - 3996 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C
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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.