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Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Suzuki Ignis comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 83 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 15,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Saloon or Suzuki Ignis?

Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Suzuki Ignis: Key differences

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • significantly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Suzuki Ignis

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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly 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:

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

Suzuki Ignis is significantly cheaper – starting at 15,600 £ , while the Mercedes C-Class Saloon costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,717 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon uses 4.5 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Suzuki Ignis with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Ignis

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 83 HP. That’s roughly 597 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 Suzuki Ignis takes 12.7 s. That’s about 9.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers substantially more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 107 Nm. That’s about 913 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, Suzuki Ignis is clearly lighter – 935 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 760 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers significantly more boot space – 455 L compared to 267 L. That’s a difference of about 188 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon carries visibly more – 570 kg compared to 395 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon is far ahead 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
Mercedes C-Class Saloon
Suzuki Ignis

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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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Suzuki Ignis

The Suzuki Ignis is a cheeky compact crossover that turns city chores into cheerful adventures, with chunky styling and a surprisingly practical cabin. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its nimble manners, low running costs and ample personality make it an ideal pick for urban buyers who want fun without pretension.

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Mercedes C-Class Saloon
Suzuki Ignis

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
15,600 - 19,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
119 - 205 g/km
co2
110 - 122 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
30 - 32 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
935 - 995 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
204 - 267 L
Length
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Length
3,700 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,690 mm
Height
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Height
1,605 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,086 - 1,100 L
Payload
485 - 570 kg
Payload
335 - 395 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
83 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.7 - 12.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
155 - 165 km/h
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
107 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
61 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Suzuki
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