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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Mercedes C Class Sedan comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (26,900 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Transporter or Mercedes C Class Sedan?

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter vs Mercedes C Class Sedan: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more electric range

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter

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

Sprinter Transporter

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 Sprinter Transporter is considerably cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Sedan costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,377 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C Class Sedan uses 1.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 6.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers considerably more range – reaching up to 444 km, about 327 km more than the Mercedes C Class Sedan.

C Class Sedan

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 Sedan offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 476 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is considerably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter tops out at 90 km/h. The difference is around 160 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Sedan delivers significantly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 570 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes C Class Sedan offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes C Class Sedan is clearly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 357 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries clearly more – 2,641 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,071 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Sedan 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.

from £41,300
C Class Sedan

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 11 - 117 km
Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
Mercedes C Class Sedan

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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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Mercedes C Class Sedan

The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.

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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter
Mercedes C Class Sedan

Costs and Consumption

Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Electric Range
11 - 117 km
Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.5 kWh
co2
0 - 333 g/km
co2
41 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,195 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
315 - 455 L
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Length
4,751 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Height
1,438 mm
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg
Payload
480 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
90 km/h
Max Speed
235 - 250 km/h
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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