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Mercedes C Class Sedan vs Renault Mégane comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Sedan or Renault Mégane?

Mercedes C Class Sedan vs Renault Mégane: Key differences

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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Renault Mégane

  • moderately cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C Class Sedan

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Mégane is moderately cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Sedan costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,268 £.

As for electric range, the Renault Mégane offers significantly more range – reaching up to 452 km, about 441 km more than the Mercedes C Class Sedan.

Mégane

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes C Class Sedan offers clearly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 462 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 Renault Mégane takes 7.4 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Sedan delivers considerably more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 720 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, Mercedes C Class Sedan is barely lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,719 kg. The difference is around 24 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Sedan offers slightly more boot space – 455 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Sedan carries noticeably more – 570 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 124 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Sedan is clearly superior overall 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, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 11 km
Mercedes C Class Sedan
Renault Mégane

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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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Renault Mégane

The Renault Mégane blends Gallic flair with practical everyday charm, showing that sensible transport can still have personality and poise. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want a comfortable, stylish hatchback that feels a little more special than the usual commute companion.

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Mercedes C Class Sedan
Renault Mégane

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
35,100 - 38,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
452 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
119 - 205 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
1,719 kg
Trunk capacity
455 L
Trunk capacity
389 L
Length
-
Length
4,200 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,783 mm
Height
-
Height
1,505 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,332 L
Payload
485 - 570 kg
Payload
446 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
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