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Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Skoda Superb Combi comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 36,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Saloon or Skoda Superb Combi?

Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Skoda Superb Combi: Key differences

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Superb Combi

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  • slightly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C-Class Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Skoda Superb Combi is slightly cheaper – starting at 36,100 £ , while the Mercedes C-Class Saloon costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,240 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Superb Combi uses 1.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes C-Class Saloon with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Skoda Superb Combi offers significantly more range – reaching up to 137 km, about 126 km more than the Mercedes C-Class Saloon.

Superb Combi

Engine and Performance:

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 Saloon offers significantly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 415 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Skoda Superb Combi takes 5.7 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 620 Nm more.

C-Class Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Superb Combi is very slightly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 120 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Superb Combi offers clearly more boot space – 690 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 235 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Superb Combi carries marginally more – 584 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Superb Combi stands well ahead of its rival 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 £36,100
Superb Combi

Skoda Superb Combi

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 128 - 137 km
Mercedes C-Class Saloon
Skoda Superb Combi

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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 Superb Combi

The Skoda Superb Combi is the practical hero of the estate world, offering cavernous space and a calm, refined ride that makes family life feel effortless. Its clever features, understated design and no-nonsense value make it a smart pick for buyers who want Germanic engineering without the badge premium — and it even manages to stay surprisingly stylish while doing all the heavy lifting.

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Mercedes C-Class Saloon
Skoda Superb Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
36,100 - 52,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
128 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
119 - 205 g/km
co2
28 - 178 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,853 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 - 570 kg
Payload
497 - 584 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
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