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Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs SsangYong Korando comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Saloon or SsangYong Korando?

Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs SsangYong Korando: Key differences

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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SsangYong Korando

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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • slightly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C-Class Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

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

SsangYong Korando is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Mercedes C-Class Saloon costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,334 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon uses 4.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the SsangYong Korando offers substantially more range – reaching up to 339 km, about 328 km more than the Mercedes C-Class Saloon.

Korando

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 Saloon offers significantly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 490 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers clearly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 660 Nm more.

C-Class Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Korando is slightly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 178 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers a bit more boot space – 551 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 96 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon carries a bit more – 570 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 107 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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SsangYong Korando

The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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SsangYong Korando

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
339 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
119 - 205 g/km
co2
0 - 197 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

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
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
551 L
Length
-
Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
-
Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Payload
485 - 570 kg
Payload
410 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SsangYong
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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