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Mercedes C-Class Wagon vs Peugeot 308 – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Mercedes C-Class Wagon or Peugeot 308 fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Peugeot 308 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29200 £, while the Mercedes C-Class Wagon costs 42400 £. That’s a price difference of around 13205 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C-Class Wagon manages with 0.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Peugeot 308 with 2.30 L. The difference is about 1.90 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Peugeot 308 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 450 km, about 338 km more than the Mercedes C-Class Wagon.

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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 195 HP. That’s roughly 485 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 Peugeot 308 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs a bit better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Peugeot 308 tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Wagon pulls decisively stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 720 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Peugeot 308 is evident lighter – 1453 kg compared to 1755 kg. The difference is around 302 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon offers a bit more room – 490 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 78 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs somewhat better – up to 1510 L, which is about 187 L more than the Peugeot 308.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Wagon slightly takes the win – 565 kg compared to 503 kg. That’s a difference of about 62 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes C-Class Wagon proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes C-Class Wagon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £42,400
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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
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Mercedes C-Class Wagon

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class Wagon offers a perfect blend of luxury and practicality, appealing to those who value both style and functionality in their vehicle. Its elegant design is complemented by a spacious and versatile interior, making it ideal for family trips or business travel. With advanced safety features and state-of-the-art technology, this estate car provides a driving experience that is both secure and enjoyable.

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Peugeot 308

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The Peugeot 308 brings a sleek, feline profile and an unexpectedly upscale cabin, with clever packaging and materials that feel a touch more premium than you might expect. It’s composed on the road, easy to live with for daily life, and a smart choice if you want a stylish hatch that still behaves when the road gets interesting.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42400 - 115300 £
Price
29200 - 42600 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Electric Range
11 - 112 km
Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
11 - 206 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Length
4367 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1454 - 1494 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Payload
440 - 565 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Peugeot

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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.

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