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Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs VW Grand California comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 70,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Saloon or VW Grand California?

Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs VW Grand California: Key differences

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • significantly lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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VW Grand California

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C-Class Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes C-Class Saloon is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the VW Grand California costs 70,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,911 £.

Grand California

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 Saloon offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 517 HP more horsepower.

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.

Seats: Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes C-Class Saloon is significantly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 3,052 kg. The difference is around 1,357 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers considerably more boot space – 455 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 455 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon carries visibly more – 570 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 122 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
70,200 - 77,900 £
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
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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
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
4
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
3,052 - 3,354 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
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Length
5,986 - 6,836 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
2,040 mm
Height
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Height
2,839 - 2,971 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 - 570 kg
Payload
146 - 448 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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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
4
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
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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