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Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Toyota Yaris Cross comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 23,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Saloon or Toyota Yaris Cross?

Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Toyota Yaris Cross: Key differences

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Toyota Yaris Cross

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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C-Class Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Toyota Yaris Cross is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,700 £ , while the Mercedes C-Class Saloon costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,634 £.

Both cars consume an average of 4.5 L/100km – no difference here.

Yaris Cross

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 clearly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 550 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Toyota Yaris Cross takes 10.7 s. That’s about 7.3 s quicker.

C-Class Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Yaris Cross is substantially lighter – 1,180 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 515 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers somewhat more boot space – 455 L compared to 397 L. That’s a difference of about 58 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon carries moderately more – 570 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 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
Mercedes C-Class Saloon
Toyota Yaris Cross

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Dimensions and Body

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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 Yaris Cross

The Toyota Yaris Cross blends the maneuverability of a small hatch with the higher driving position and practicality of a crossover, wrapped in Toyota's dependable build quality. It suits urban buyers who need easy parking, flexible cargo space and a comfortable, economical daily driver.

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Mercedes C-Class Saloon
Toyota Yaris Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
23,700 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
119 - 205 g/km
co2
101 - 108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
1,180 - 1,290 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
320 - 397 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,765 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 - 570 kg
Payload
485 - 510 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
116 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
85 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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