Compare performance (680 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (42400 £ vs 53100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Wagon or Polestar 4?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes C Class Wagon has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42400 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10615 £.
As for electric range, the Polestar 4 performs significantly better – achieving up to 620 km, about 508 km more than the Mercedes C Class Wagon.
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 has a somewhat edge – offering 680 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Wagon is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Polestar 4 takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C Class Wagon performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Polestar 4 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C Class Wagon pulls distinct stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 334 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes C Class Wagon is noticeable lighter – 1755 kg compared to 2230 kg. The difference is around 475 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Polestar 4 offers barely noticeable more room – 526 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 36 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Polestar 4 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1536 L, which is about 26 L more than the Mercedes C Class Wagon.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes C Class Wagon to a small extent takes the win – 565 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.
The Polestar 4 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Polestar 4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.
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Price
42400 - 115300 £
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Price
53100 - 59900 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh
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Electric Range
11 - 112 km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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co2
11 - 206 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
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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
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
2230 - 2355 kg
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Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Length
4751 - 4842 mm
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Length
4840 mm
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Width
1820 - 1900 mm
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Width
2008 mm
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Height
1454 - 1494 mm
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Height
1534 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
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Max trunk capacity
1536 L
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Payload
440 - 565 kg
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Payload
455 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
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 680 HP
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
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Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
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Torque
343 - 686 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Power kW
200 - 400 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Polestar
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The Mercedes C Class Wagon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.