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Mercedes C Class Wagon vs BMW 3 Series Saloon comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (42,600 £ vs 39,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Wagon or BMW 3 Series Saloon?
Mercedes C Class Wagon vs BMW 3 Series Saloon: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
C Class Wagon
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
BMW 3 Series Saloon is barely cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Wagon costs 42,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,658 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes C Class Wagon with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.
3 Series Saloon
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 BMW 3 Series Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 242 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mercedes C Class Wagon takes 5.8 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers noticeably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.
C Class Wagon
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, BMW 3 Series Saloon is a bit lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,755 kg. The difference is around 180 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Wagon offers only slightly more boot space – 490 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Wagon carries somewhat more – 565 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 3 Series Saloon 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.
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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Mercedes C Class Wagon
BMW 3 Series Saloon
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Mercedes C Class Wagon
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.
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BMW 3 Series Saloon
The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.
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Mercedes C Class Wagon
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
42,600 - 67,200 £
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Price
39,900 - 91,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
123 - 157 g/km
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,755 - 1,940 kg
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
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Trunk capacity
490 L
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,820 mm
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
460 - 565 kg
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 288 HP
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 550 Nm
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
137 - 212 kW
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
BMW
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