Compare performance (680 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (42,600 £ vs 32,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Wagon or BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,400 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Wagon costs 42,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,243 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C Class Wagon uses 0.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.
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 Wagon offers considerably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 380 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Wagon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Mercedes C Class Wagon is moderately faster – reaching 280 km/h, while the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Wagon delivers substantially more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 620 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is a bit lighter – 1,495 kg compared to 1,755 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Wagon offers a bit more boot space – 490 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Wagon carries somewhat more – 565 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.
The Mercedes C Class Wagon is decisively ahead 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.
The Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.
detailsThe BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe pairs sharp handling with surprising practicality, wearing BMW's sporty looks in a compact, city-friendly shell. It's ideal for buyers who want a premium driving experience without the fuss of something larger — all the attitude, none of the excess.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
42,600 - 104,400 £
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Price
32,400 - 51,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
11 - 112 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
19.5 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
11 - 205 g/km
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co2
110 - 170 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
49 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,755 - 2,235 kg
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Curb weight
1,495 - 1,650 kg
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Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
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Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
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Length
4,751 - 4,842 mm
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Length
4,546 mm
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Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
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Width
1,800 mm
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Height
1,454 - 1,474 mm
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Height
1,445 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,375 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
440 - 565 kg
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Payload
455 - 485 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 MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 680 HP
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Power HP
122 - 300 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.9 s
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Max Speed
232 - 280 km/h
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Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
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Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
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Torque
230 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Power kW
90 - 221 kW
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Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
BMW
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