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Mercedes C-Class Wagon vs Nissan Qashqai - Differences and prices compared

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?

Mercedes C-Class Wagon

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

C-Class Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Qashqai

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 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.

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 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.

Who comes out on top?

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.

from about £42,400
C-Class Wagon

Mercedes C-Class Wagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 9 L
  • Electric Range : 11 - 112 km
Mercedes C-Class Wagon
Nissan Qashqai

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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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Nissan Qashqai

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The 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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Mercedes C-Class Wagon
Nissan Qashqai
C-Class Wagon
Qashqai

Costs and Consumption

Price
42400 - 115300 £
Price
29600 - 39900 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
11 - 112 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
11 - 206 g/km
co2
102 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Length
4425 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Width
1835 mm
Height
1454 - 1494 mm
Height
1625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
Payload
440 - 565 kg
Payload
466 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Nissan
Is the Mercedes C-Class Wagon offered with different drivetrains?

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.