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Mercedes C Class Wagon vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (42,600 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Wagon or Toyota Prius?

Mercedes C Class Wagon vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

Mercedes C Class Wagon

  • substantially more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space

Toyota Prius

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  • barely cheaper
  • only slightly lighter

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

C Class Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Toyota Prius is barely cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Wagon costs 42,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,180 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C Class Wagon uses 0.4 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Toyota Prius with 0.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes C Class Wagon offers markedly more range – reaching up to 112 km, about 26 km more than the Toyota Prius.

Prius

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 Mercedes C Class Wagon offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 457 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Wagon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Toyota Prius takes 6.8 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes C Class Wagon is noticeably faster – reaching 280 km/h, while the Toyota Prius tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 103 km/h.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Prius is only slightly lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 1,755 kg. The difference is around 135 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Wagon offers considerably more boot space – 490 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 206 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Wagon carries noticeably more – 565 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 190 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Wagon holds a decisive overall lead 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, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 11 - 112 km
Mercedes C Class Wagon
Toyota Prius

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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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Toyota Prius

The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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Mercedes C Class Wagon
Toyota Prius

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,600 - 104,400 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
11 - 112 km
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
19.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
11 - 205 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,755 - 2,235 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
4,751 - 4,842 mm
Length
4,599 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
1,454 - 1,474 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,375 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
440 - 565 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
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
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
232 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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