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Mercedes C Class Wagon vs Toyota C-HR comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (42,600 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Wagon or Toyota C-HR?

Mercedes C Class Wagon vs Toyota C-HR: Key differences

Mercedes C Class Wagon

3.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Toyota C-HR

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • a bit lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Toyota C-HR is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Wagon costs 42,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,466 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota C-HR uses 2.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes C Class Wagon with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 offers markedly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Wagon is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Toyota C-HR takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

C Class Wagon

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota C-HR is a bit lighter – 1,505 kg compared to 1,755 kg. The difference is around 250 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Wagon offers very slightly more boot space – 490 L compared to 447 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Wagon carries visibly more – 565 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota C-HR 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.

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Toyota C-HR

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 66 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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Reviews Mercedes C Class Wagon

3.6 (1 Reviews)
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Storcki
15 May 2026, 10:11:16

To me, the CLA's interior and front end are tasteless and an affront — the C estate is clearly much more attractive.

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Toyota C-HR

The Toyota C-HR is a bold, coupe-styled crossover that grabs attention with angular lines and a modern interior design. It’s aimed at comfortable urban driving and sensible efficiency, offering practical features and distinctive looks rather than rugged off-road ability.

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Sam baba
25 Apr 2026, 21:54:02

Reliability and no maintenance costs, plus a futuristic design.

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Mercedes C Class Wagon
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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,600 - 67,200 £
Price
29,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
66 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
123 - 157 g/km
co2
52 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,755 - 1,940 kg
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,755 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,820 mm
Width
1,832 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
460 - 565 kg
Payload
375 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 288 HP
Power HP
140 - 223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 550 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 212 kW
Power kW
103 - 164 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
Is the Mercedes C Class Wagon offered with different drivetrains?

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

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