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Mercedes C Class Wagon vs VW T-Roc - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (680 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (42400 £ vs 26400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Wagon or VW T-Roc?

Mercedes C Class Wagon

VW T-Roc

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

VW T-Roc has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26400 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Wagon costs 42400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16004 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C Class Wagon manages with 0.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the VW T-Roc with 5.50 L. The difference is about 5.10 L per 100 km.

T-Roc

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 150 HP. That’s roughly 530 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 T-Roc takes 8.90 s. That’s about 5.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C Class Wagon performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 280 km/h, while the VW T-Roc tops out at 212 km/h. The difference is around 68 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C Class Wagon pulls significantly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 770 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, VW T-Roc is to a small extent lighter – 1465 kg compared to 1755 kg. The difference is around 290 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes C Class Wagon offers barely noticeable more room – 490 L compared to 475 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes C Class Wagon performs somewhat better – up to 1510 L, which is about 160 L more than the VW T-Roc.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes C Class Wagon slight takes the win – 565 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes C Class Wagon shows itself to be is largely superior 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
VW T-Roc

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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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VW T-Roc

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The VW T-Roc mixes cheeky, coupe-like styling with the everyday sense and space of an SUV, so it looks fun without sacrificing family sense. It’s a likeable all-rounder with tidy road manners and plenty of personality, ideal if you want a car that’s practical enough for chores but entertaining enough to enjoy.

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Mercedes C Class Wagon
VW T-Roc

Costs and Consumption

Price
42400 - 115300 £
Price
26400 - 38600 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.3 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
126 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
Curb weight
1465 - 1539 kg
Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
Trunk capacity
284 - 475 L
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Length
4373 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Width
1811 - 1828 mm
Height
1454 - 1494 mm
Height
1573 mm
Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
Max trunk capacity
1350 L
Payload
440 - 565 kg
Payload
368 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
196 - 212 km/h
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Torque
200 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
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.