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Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Toyota Proace Max comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 279 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 56,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Saloon or Toyota Proace Max?

Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Toyota Proace Max: Key differences

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • clearly lighter
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Toyota Proace Max

  • substantially more electric range
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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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes C-Class Saloon is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the Toyota Proace Max costs 56,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,611 £.

As for electric range, the Toyota Proace Max offers substantially more range – reaching up to 424 km, about 413 km more than the Mercedes C-Class Saloon.

Proace Max

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 279 HP. That’s roughly 401 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers clearly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 410 Nm. That’s about 610 Nm more.

C-Class Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes C-Class Saloon is clearly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,790 kg. The difference is around 1,095 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Max carries substantially more – 1,460 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 890 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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Toyota Proace Max

The Toyota Proace Max is a practical, no-nonsense people-mover that swallows luggage and daily chaos with the steady reliability you expect from the badge. Its sensible cabin and unshowy comfort make it a great pick for families and businesses who want versatility without the drama.

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Toyota Proace Max

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
56,900 - 61,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
424 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
119 - 205 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
2,790 kg
Trunk capacity
455 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
2,050 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 - 570 kg
Payload
710 - 1,460 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
279 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
410 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
205 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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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