Compare performance (680 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (41200 £ vs 26400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Sedan or VW T-Roc?
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.
VW T-Roc has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26400 £ , while the Mercedes C-Class Sedan costs 41200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14728 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C-Class Sedan manages with 1.60 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the VW T-Roc with 5.50 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
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 decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the VW T-Roc takes 8.90 s. That’s about 5.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan performs noticeable better – reaching 280 km/h, while the VW T-Roc tops out at 212 km/h. The difference is around 68 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Sedan pulls clearly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 770 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, VW T-Roc is a bit lighter – 1465 kg compared to 1695 kg. The difference is around 230 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW T-Roc offers minimal more room – 475 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Sedan hardly perceptible takes the win – 570 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.
The Mercedes C-Class Sedan proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes C-Class Sedan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe VW T-Roc mixes cheeky, coupe-like styling with the everyday sense and space of an SUV, so it looks fun without sacrificing family sense. It’s a likeable all-rounder with tidy road manners and plenty of personality, ideal if you want a car that’s practical enough for chores but entertaining enough to enjoy.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
41200 - 103100 £
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Price
26400 - 38600 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
11 - 117 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
41 - 205 g/km
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co2
126 - 143 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
4 - 5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1695 - 2195 kg
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Curb weight
1465 - 1539 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
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Trunk capacity
284 - 475 L
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Length
4751 - 4842 mm
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Length
4373 mm
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Width
1820 - 1900 mm
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Width
1811 - 1828 mm
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Height
1438 - 1458 mm
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Height
1573 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1350 L
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Payload
480 - 570 kg
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Payload
368 - 515 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
183 - 680 HP
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Power HP
115 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
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Max Speed
230 - 280 km/h
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Max Speed
196 - 212 km/h
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Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
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Torque
200 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
135 - 500 kW
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Power kW
85 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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The Mercedes C-Class Sedan is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.