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Mercedes G Class vs Mercedes C Class EQ comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 489 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 58,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G Class or Mercedes C Class EQ?

Mercedes G Class vs Mercedes C Class EQ: Key differences

Mercedes G Class

  • a bit more power
  • markedly more trunk space
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Mercedes C Class EQ

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G Class

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.

Mercedes C Class EQ is significantly cheaper – starting at 58,000 £ , while the Mercedes G Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 48,552 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes C Class EQ is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.3 kWh/100km compared to 28 kWh/100km for the Mercedes G Class. That’s a difference of about 13.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes C Class EQ offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 753 km, about 274 km more than the Mercedes G Class.

C Class EQ

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes G Class offers a bit more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 489 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class EQ is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mercedes G Class takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G Class delivers visibly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 364 Nm more.

G Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes C Class EQ is barely lighter – 2,460 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 25 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G Class offers markedly more boot space – 640 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G Class carries clearly more – 715 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 210 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class EQ is clearly superior 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.

from £58,000
C Class EQ

Mercedes C Class EQ

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 489 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.3 - 15.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 706 - 753 km
Mercedes G Class
Mercedes C Class EQ

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Mercedes G Class

The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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Mercedes C Class EQ

The Mercedes C‑Class EQ blends the familiar poise and luxury of the C‑Class with Mercedes' EQ electric ethos, delivering a quietly refined and modern driving experience. Inside, it pairs upscale materials and tech-forward touches with a composed ride that suits both city commuting and longer journeys.

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Mercedes G Class
Mercedes C Class EQ

Costs and Consumption

Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
58,000 - 67,600 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
706 - 753 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
2,460 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,892 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
489 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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