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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
42600 - 104400 £
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Price
43300 - 60800 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
11 - 112 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
11 - 205 g/km
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co2
133 - 195 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
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Curb weight
1607 - 1773 kg
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Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
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Trunk capacity
590 L
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Length
4751 - 4842 mm
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Length
4866 mm
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Width
1820 - 1900 mm
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Width
1871 mm
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Height
1454 - 1474 mm
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Height
1434 - 1451 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1375 L
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Max trunk capacity
1632 L
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Payload
440 - 565 kg
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Payload
467 - 569 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 680 HP
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Power HP
150 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
232 - 280 km/h
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Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
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Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
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Torque
320 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Power kW
110 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1968 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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The Mercedes C Class Wagon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.