Compare performance (680 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (42400 £ vs 29600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Wagon or Nissan Qashqai?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Nissan Qashqai has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29600 £, while the Mercedes C-Class Wagon costs 42400 £. That’s a price difference of around 12837 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C-Class Wagon manages with 0.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.50 L. The difference is about 4.10 L per 100 km.
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 Wagon has a decisively edge – offering 680 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 475 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.60 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Nissan Qashqai tops out at 206 km/h. The difference is around 74 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Wagon pulls convincingly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 690 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is noticeable lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1755 kg. The difference is around 335 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers barely noticeable more room – 504 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 14 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs slight better – up to 1510 L, which is about 63 L more than the Nissan Qashqai.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Wagon hardly perceptible takes the win – 565 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.
Overall, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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 Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
42400 - 115300 £
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Price
29600 - 39900 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
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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
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
11 - 206 g/km
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co2
102 - 154 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
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Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
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Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
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Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
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Length
4751 - 4842 mm
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Length
4425 mm
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Width
1820 - 1900 mm
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Width
1835 mm
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Height
1454 - 1494 mm
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Height
1625 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
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Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
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Payload
440 - 565 kg
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Payload
466 - 520 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, Full Hybrid
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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, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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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
140 - 205 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
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Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
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Torque
240 - 330 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
103 - 151 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Nissan
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The Mercedes C-Class Wagon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.