Mercedes C Class Wagon Estate, starting at 42400 £

The Mercedes C Class Wagon Estate impresses with 680 HP 112 km and an attractive starting price of 42400 £ . Here are all the details at a glance.

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

Road Couture: The Estate That Dresses Up Commutes

The Mercedes C‑Class Wagon wears its estate silhouette with the sort of poise expected from a three‑pointed star, mixing a stretched roofline and taut surfaces that read both premium and practical. At roughly 4.75 metres long and a width approaching 1.9 metres in higher‑spec trims, it sits confidently on the road without shouting; optional AMG styling adds a sportier edge if required. Chrome and precise panel gaps reinforce a premium first impression that matches the Benz badge. Overall the design manages to be modern and understated, which helps it blend at the school run and still look appropriate on client visits.

Salon Comfort with a Practical Twist

The cabin combines soft surfaces, clean geometry and technology that aim for comfort over gimmicks, with materials and build quality that generally match the class. Seating is supportive for long distances and the ambient lighting, multi‑zone climate control and available heated/ventilated seats lift the sense of refinement on colder or longer trips. Controls are logical and the ergonomics put commonly used switches within easy reach, while the optional treated leather and trim upgrades make the interior feel genuinely upscale. Small touches like wide armrests and well‑placed storage bins keep day‑to‑day usability high without spoiling the premium mood.

Boot Space and Real‑World Carrying

The estate format is where the C‑Class pays dividends with a starting boot of around 490 litres and a maximum load of roughly 1,510 litres with the rear seats folded, meaning strollers, suitcases and DIY runs are handled with ease. The load floor is low and the tailgate aperture generous, so loading bulky items is straightforward and the wagons’ payload figures around 500–560 kg cover family use comfortably. Rear seat room is competitive for the class, offering decent legroom for school‑age children and adults on shorter trips. Practical details like split‑folding rear seats and optional hands‑free tailgate keep the estate useful every day.

Poise on Tarmac: Controlled, Not Clinical

Handling balances comfort and composure: rear‑wheel bias in many versions gives a natural steering feel and the chassis remains composed on fast motorway runs while isolating imperfections in town. Powertrains span mild‑hybrid petrols from about 193 hp up to sporty petrols near 281 hp, with high‑performance and plug‑in hybrid alternatives available for those wanting quicker acceleration; 0–100 km/h figures range from around 8.8 s for entry petrols to the mid‑6s for stronger petrols, and the AMG plug‑hybrid variants cut those times dramatically. The result is a car that will sensibly cruise daily with enough muscle for overtakes and motorway runs without forcing a daily sporty driving style. Steering is precise enough for confident lane changes, and optional adaptive systems further sharpen the trade‑off between comfort and control.

Wallet and Range: Engines for Every Use

Efficiency is a key selling point with mild‑hybrids returning roughly 6.4–6.9 L/100 km in WLTP figures for petrols and diesels capable of circa 4.7–5.1 L/100 km, so long trips can be economical in the diesel variants. Plug‑in hybrids like the C 300 e advertise an electric range near 112 km and combined figures that can drop to below 1 L/100 km on short mixed use, which translates to many daily commutes handled in electric‑only mode if regularly charged; heavier performance plug‑ins and AMG hybrids trade economy for performance, with the halo C 63 S E‑Performance delivering around 680 hp but only limited pure‑electric range. Real‑world consumption will depend on driving style and charging habits, but the broad powertrain choice means buyers can prioritise economy, electric range or outright pace.

Tech That Tries to Do the Driving

Infotainment centers on Mercedes’ MBUX philosophy with large displays, a natural‑language assistant and refined graphics that make navigation and media straightforward to use. Driver assistance packages add adaptive cruise with lane‑centre support, automated emergency braking and parking aids that can take the stress out of long motorway stints and tight parking manoeuvres. The systems are useful and increasingly sophisticated, but as with all assistance suites they function best when treated as helper systems rather than replacements for driver attention. Software updates and connected services keep the car current, and the UX is tuned to feel familiar to buyers of recent Mercedes models.

Buyer Profile: Who Should Choose This Wagon?

The C‑Class Wagon suits buyers who want the practicality of an estate wrapped in premium Mercedes packaging — families, professionals who carry kit for work, or anyone who values a roomy boot without stepping up to an SUV. With a wide lineup spanning efficient diesels, mild‑hybrid petrols, long‑range plug‑ins and hardcore AMG derivatives, there’s a version for economy‑minded commuters as well as performance seekers. The combination of refinement, usable luggage space and modern safety/infotainment tech makes it a strong choice for those who want versatility without sacrificing a polished driving experience. Current Mercedes line‑up offers multiple versions across these categories, so buyers can prioritise economy, electric range or outright performance to suit their routine.

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Reviews

Costs and Consumption
Price
42400 - 115300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
11 - 112 km
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
co2
11 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Height
1454 - 1494 mm
Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
Payload
440 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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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.