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Mercedes C-Class Sedan vs Volvo XC40 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (680 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (41200 £ vs 36800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Sedan or Volvo XC40?

Mercedes C-Class Sedan

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Volvo XC40 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the Mercedes C-Class Sedan costs 41200 £. That’s a price difference of around 4404 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C-Class Sedan manages with 1.60 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.50 L. The difference is about 4.90 L per 100 km.

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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 Sedan has a convincingly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 483 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Sedan pulls clearly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 720 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, Volvo XC40 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1688 kg compared to 1695 kg. The difference is around 7 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan offers minimal more room – 455 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 3 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Sedan minimal takes the win – 570 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £41,200
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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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Volvo XC40

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The Volvo XC40 wraps Scandinavian minimalism into a compact, city-ready SUV with a premium cabin that feels both practical and grown-up. It will suit buyers who prize safety, clever storage and a composed ride, proving that small dimensions don't mean small personality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41200 - 103100 £
Price
36800 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
6.50 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
11 - 117 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
41 - 205 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1695 - 2195 kg
Curb weight
1688 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Length
4425 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Width
1863 mm
Height
1438 - 1458 mm
Height
1652 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1328 L
Payload
480 - 570 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
230 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

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

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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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