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Mercedes C Class Wagon vs Rolls-Royce Wraith comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 600 HP), boot space and price (42,600 £ vs 248,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Wagon or Rolls-Royce Wraith?

Mercedes C Class Wagon vs Rolls-Royce Wraith: Key differences

Mercedes C Class Wagon

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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Rolls-Royce Wraith

  • substantially more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C Class Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes C Class Wagon is significantly cheaper – starting at 42,600 £ , while the Rolls-Royce Wraith costs 248,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 205,474 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C Class Wagon uses 4.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Rolls-Royce Wraith with 15.8 L/100km. The difference is about 11.1 L/100km.

Wraith

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Rolls-Royce Wraith offers substantially more power – delivering 600 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 312 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Rolls-Royce Wraith is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Mercedes C Class Wagon takes 5.8 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Rolls-Royce Wraith delivers visibly more torque with 900 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.

C Class Wagon

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes C Class Wagon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes C Class Wagon is markedly lighter – 1,755 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 605 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Wagon offers barely more boot space – 490 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Wagon carries clearly more – 565 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Wagon is clearly superior overall 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.

from £42,600
C Class Wagon

Mercedes C Class Wagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 6.9 L/100km
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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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Rolls-Royce Wraith

The Wraith embodies a perfect blend of luxury and performance, making it a standout in the world of grand tourers. With its striking silhouette and opulent interior, this masterpiece from Rolls-Royce invites drivers to indulge in an unparalleled experience. Every journey in the Wraith is a celebration of bespoke craftsmanship and exhilarating power, ensuring that it remains an unforgettable presence on the road.

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Mercedes C Class Wagon
Rolls-Royce Wraith

Costs and Consumption
Price
42,600 - 67,200 £
Price
248,100 - 288,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
15.8 - 16.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
123 - 157 g/km
co2
357 - 365 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
83 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
2
Curb weight
1,755 - 1,940 kg
Curb weight
2,360 - 2,440 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
-
Length
5,269 - 5,285 mm
Width
1,820 mm
Width
1,947 mm
Height
-
Height
1,507 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
460 - 565 kg
Payload
370 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 288 HP
Power HP
600 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
250 - 550 Nm
Torque
850 - 900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
137 - 212 kW
Power kW
441 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
6,592 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Rolls-Royce
Is the Mercedes C Class Wagon offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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