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Mercedes C Class Wagon vs VW Arteon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (680 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (42600 £ vs 43300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Wagon or VW Arteon?

Mercedes C Class Wagon

VW Arteon

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

C Class Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes C Class Wagon has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42600 £ , while the VW Arteon costs 43300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 681 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C Class Wagon manages with 0.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.10 L. The difference is about 4.70 L per 100 km.

Arteon

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 has a significantly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 360 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 VW Arteon takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C Class Wagon performs slightly better – reaching 280 km/h, while the VW Arteon tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C Class Wagon pulls significantly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 600 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, VW Arteon is slight lighter – 1607 kg compared to 1755 kg. The difference is around 148 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Arteon offers a bit more room – 590 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Arteon performs to a small extent better – up to 1632 L, which is about 257 L more than the Mercedes C Class Wagon.

When it comes to payload, VW Arteon minimal takes the win – 569 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Wagon is far ahead 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.

Mercedes C Class Wagon
VW Arteon

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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

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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VW Arteon

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The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Mercedes C Class Wagon
VW Arteon

Costs and Consumption

Price
42600 - 104400 £
Price
43300 - 60800 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
11 - 112 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
11 - 205 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
Curb weight
1607 - 1773 kg
Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Length
4866 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Width
1871 mm
Height
1454 - 1474 mm
Height
1434 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1375 L
Max trunk capacity
1632 L
Payload
440 - 565 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
232 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
Engine capacity
1968 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
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 shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.