Compare performance (680 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Saloon or Toyota Corolla Touring Sports?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Mercedes C-Class Saloon costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,720 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports uses 4.4 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Mercedes C-Class Saloon with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.
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 178 HP. That’s roughly 502 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 Toyota Corolla Touring Sports takes 7.5 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.
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, Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is moderately lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 210 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers clearly more boot space – 596 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 141 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon carries visibly more – 570 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.
The Mercedes C-Class Saloon is decisively ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is a sensible yet stylish estate that blends everyday practicality with Toyota's trademark reliability, making it the kind of car that quietly gets on with family life without drama. Inside it's cleverly packaged for luggage and kids' gear and feels calm and comfortable on the road — sensible rather than flashy, but with enough character to make daily drives more enjoyable.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
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Price
29,600 - 36,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
11 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
119 - 205 g/km
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co2
100 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
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Curb weight
1,485 - 1,515 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
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Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,650 mm
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Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
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Width
1,790 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,591 - 1,606 L
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Payload
485 - 570 kg
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Payload
400 - 440 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
183 - 680 HP
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
135 - 500 kW
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Toyota
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