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Mercedes C-Class Wagon vs Volvo XC40 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (680 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (42400 £ vs 36800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Wagon or Volvo XC40?

Mercedes C-Class Wagon

Volvo XC40

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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.

Volvo XC40 has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the Mercedes C-Class Wagon costs 42400 £. That’s a price difference of around 5680 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C-Class Wagon manages with 0.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.50 L. The difference is about 6.10 L per 100 km.

XC40

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 has a significantly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 483 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs noticeable better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Wagon pulls significantly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 720 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Volvo XC40 is slight lighter – 1688 kg compared to 1755 kg. The difference is around 67 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon offers barely noticeable more room – 490 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon performs a bit better – up to 1510 L, which is about 182 L more than the Volvo XC40.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Wagon barely noticeable takes the win – 565 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.

from about £42,400
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
  • Electric Range : 11 - 112 km
Mercedes C-Class Wagon
Volvo XC40

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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 XC40

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The Volvo XC40 wraps Scandinavian minimalism into a compact, city-ready SUV with a premium cabin that feels both practical and grown-up. It will suit buyers who prize safety, clever storage and a composed ride, proving that small dimensions don't mean small personality.

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Mercedes C-Class Wagon
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
42400 - 115300 £
Price
36800 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
6.50 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
11 - 112 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
11 - 206 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
Curb weight
1688 kg
Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Length
4425 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Width
1863 mm
Height
1454 - 1494 mm
Height
1652 mm
Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
Max trunk capacity
1328 L
Payload
440 - 565 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
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.