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Vauxhall Combo Cargo vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (27,100 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Combo Cargo or Mercedes C-Class Saloon?

Vauxhall Combo Cargo vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon: Key differences

Vauxhall Combo Cargo

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • markedly lighter
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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • clearly more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Combo Cargo

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.

Vauxhall Combo Cargo is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,100 £ , while the Mercedes C-Class Saloon costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,193 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon uses 4.5 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Vauxhall Combo Cargo with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo offers substantially more range – reaching up to 354 km, about 343 km more than the Mercedes C-Class Saloon.

C-Class Saloon

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 Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 544 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Vauxhall Combo Cargo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 7.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers substantially more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 720 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Combo Cargo is markedly lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 324 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo carries markedly more – 781 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 211 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon 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 Saloon

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 11 km
Vauxhall Combo Cargo
Mercedes C-Class Saloon

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Vauxhall Combo Cargo

The Opel Combo Cargo is a pragmatic workhorse that pairs sensible practicality with surprisingly car-like manners, making it a smart choice for small businesses and weekend DIYers. With clever storage, easy access and a calm cabin that keeps the focus on the job, it turns daily deliveries and errands into something almost enjoyable.

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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

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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Vauxhall Combo Cargo
Mercedes C-Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,100 - 34,800 £
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 km
Electric Range
11 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 143 g/km
co2
119 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,674 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
645 - 781 kg
Payload
485 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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