Compare performance (680 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (42400 £ vs 27000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Wagon or SsangYong Korando?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
SsangYong Korando has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27000 £, while the Mercedes C-Class Wagon costs 42400 £. That’s a price difference of around 15451 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C-Class Wagon manages with 0.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.50 L. The difference is about 7.10 L per 100 km.
As for range, the SsangYong Korando performs convincingly better – achieving up to 339 km, about 227 km more than the Mercedes C-Class Wagon.
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 significantly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 490 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.40 s. That’s about 5 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 280 km/h, while the SsangYong Korando tops out at 191 km/h. The difference is around 89 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Wagon pulls significantly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 660 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, SsangYong Korando is a bit lighter – 1517 kg compared to 1755 kg. The difference is around 238 kg.
In terms of boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers a bit more room – 551 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 61 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs somewhat better – up to 1510 L, which is about 262 L more than the SsangYong Korando.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Wagon to a small extent takes the win – 565 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 102 kg.
Overall, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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 SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
42400 - 115300 £
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Price
27000 - 42000 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.80 kWh
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Electric Range
11 - 112 km
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Electric Range
339 km
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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
0 - 197 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 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
1517 - 1840 kg
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Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Length
4751 - 4842 mm
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Length
4450 - 4465 mm
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Width
1820 - 1900 mm
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Width
1870 mm
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Height
1454 - 1494 mm
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Height
1620 - 1645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
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Max trunk capacity
1248 L
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Payload
440 - 565 kg
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Payload
410 - 463 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, Electric
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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, Automatic Gearbox, 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
163 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.40 s
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Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
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Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
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Torque
260 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Power kW
120 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1497 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2021 - 2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
SsangYong
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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.