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Mercedes C Class Wagon vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (42,600 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Wagon or Volvo S60?

Mercedes C Class Wagon vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Mercedes C Class Wagon

3.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit more trunk space
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Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Volvo S60 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 42,500 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Wagon costs 42,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 86 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes C Class Wagon with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

S60

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 Volvo S60 offers markedly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 167 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mercedes C Class Wagon takes 5.8 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers visibly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 159 Nm more.

C Class Wagon

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo S60 is only slightly lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 1,755 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Wagon offers a bit more boot space – 490 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 63 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Wagon carries a bit more – 565 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 is decisively ahead 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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S60

Volvo S60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 94 km
Mercedes C Class Wagon
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Volvo S60

The Volvo S60 wears Scandinavian understatement like a tailored suit, pairing a serene cabin with composed handling that makes the daily commute feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers after executive looks, rock‑solid safety and practical versatility — with a dash of discreet luxury — it's a persuasive pick that doesn't need to shout for attention.

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Mercedes C Class Wagon
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,600 - 67,200 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
123 - 157 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,755 - 1,940 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
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Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,820 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
460 - 565 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 288 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 550 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 212 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
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