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Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Skoda Kamiq comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 22,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Saloon or Skoda Kamiq?

Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Skoda Kamiq: Key differences

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • considerably more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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Skoda Kamiq

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  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C-Class Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Kamiq is clearly cheaper – starting at 22,300 £ , while the Mercedes C-Class Saloon costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,057 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon uses 4.5 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Skoda Kamiq with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Kamiq

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 Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers considerably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 530 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Skoda Kamiq takes 8.1 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers clearly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 770 Nm more.

C-Class Saloon

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, Skoda Kamiq is noticeably lighter – 1,231 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 464 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers slightly more boot space – 455 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon carries barely more – 570 kg compared to 539 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon 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 Saloon

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • 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
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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

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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Skoda Kamiq

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Mercedes C-Class Saloon
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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
22,300 - 32,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
119 - 205 g/km
co2
121 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
1,231 - 1,340 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,793 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 570 kg
Payload
439 - 539 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes C-Class Saloon have?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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