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Mercedes C-Class Wagon vs Tesla Model 3 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (680 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (42400 £ vs 34300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Wagon or Tesla Model 3?

Mercedes C-Class Wagon

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Tesla Model 3 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £, while the Mercedes C-Class Wagon costs 42400 £. That’s a price difference of around 8165 £.

As for range, the Tesla Model 3 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 750 km, about 638 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 evident edge – offering 680 HP compared to 460 HP. That’s roughly 220 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.10 s, while the Mercedes C-Class Wagon takes 3.40 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Tesla Model 3 tops out at 262 km/h. The difference is around 18 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Wagon pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 360 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

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In curb weight, Mercedes C-Class Wagon is slight lighter – 1755 kg compared to 1822 kg. The difference is around 67 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers a bit more room – 594 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Wagon significantly takes the win – 565 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 232 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Tesla Model 3 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Tesla Model 3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.2 - 16.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 550 - 750 km
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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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The Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42400 - 115300 £
Price
34300 - 50100 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.2 - 16.7 kWh
Electric Range
11 - 112 km
Electric Range
550 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
co2
11 - 206 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
Curb weight
1822 - 1929 kg
Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Length
4720 - 4724 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1454 - 1494 mm
Height
1431 - 1440 mm
Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
440 - 565 kg
Payload
303 - 333 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.1 s
Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
201 - 262 km/h
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

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

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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.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.