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Mercedes C-Class Sedan vs Toyota Proace Transporter – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Mercedes C-Class Sedan or Toyota Proace Transporter fits your lifestyle better.

Mercedes C-Class Sedan

Toyota Proace Transporter

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

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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.

Toyota Proace Transporter has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31600 £, while the Mercedes C-Class Sedan costs 41200 £. That’s a price difference of around 9531 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C-Class Sedan manages with 1.60 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Toyota Proace Transporter with 6.40 L. The difference is about 4.80 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Toyota Proace Transporter performs convincingly better – achieving up to 349 km, about 232 km more than the Mercedes C-Class Sedan.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Sedan has a convincingly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 530 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Toyota Proace Transporter takes 12.10 s. That’s about 8.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan performs evident better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Toyota Proace Transporter tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 110 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Sedan pulls clearly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 650 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Toyota Proace Transporter offers somewhat more seating capacity – 6 vs 5.

In curb weight, Toyota Proace Transporter is slight lighter – 1656 kg compared to 1695 kg. The difference is around 39 kg.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Proace Transporter convincingly takes the win – 1323 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 753 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes C-Class Sedan proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes C-Class Sedan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Mercedes C-Class Sedan
Toyota Proace Transporter

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Mercedes C-Class Sedan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9 L
  • Electric Range : 11 - 117 km
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Mercedes C-Class Sedan

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 Transporter

The Toyota Proace Transporter is a no-nonsense work van that pairs Toyota’s dependable reputation with smart practicality, so you can load, drive and finish the job without unnecessary drama. It won’t win design awards, but with a comfortable cab, sensible feature set and a focus on getting things done, it quietly keeps fleets and small businesses smiling.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41200 - 103100 £
Price
31600 - 51000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
23.8 - 23.9 kWh
Electric Range
11 - 117 km
Electric Range
221 - 349 km
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
41 - 205 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
69 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
4
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1695 - 2195 kg
Curb weight
1656 - 2100 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Length
4980 - 5330 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Width
1920 mm
Height
1438 - 1458 mm
Height
1895 - 1935 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3200 - 6600 L
Payload
480 - 570 kg
Payload
955 - 1323 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
120 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.1 - 13.3 s
Max Speed
230 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
130 - 170 km/h
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Torque
260 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
88 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 - 2184 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota

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Is the Mercedes C-Class Sedan offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes C-Class Sedan is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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