In general, Mercedes E class are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Mercedes C class. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison!
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
4.0 - 8.2
4.7 - 10.3
Mercedes C class petrol engines consumes on average 1.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than Mercedes E class. On average, Mercedes C class equipped with diesel engines consume 0.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Mercedes C class is smaller. Mercedes C class is 19 cm shorter than the Mercedes E class, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes C class is 3 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
480 litres
540 litres
Mercedes E class has more luggage space. Mercedes C class has 60 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes E class.
Turning diameter:
11.22 meters
11.7 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes C class is 0.48 metres less than that of the Mercedes E class, which means Mercedes C class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg):
~ 2`089
~ 2`349
Safety:
Mercedes E class is better rated in child safety tests. The Mercedes C class scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
