Mercedes-Benz C 250d
Suv · Diesel
vs
Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro
Suv · Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz C 250d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz C 250d
The C 250d focuses on efficient, torque-rich diesel motoring with space for five and a usable 480 L trunk, suiting growing families and road trips. It prioritizes economy and everyday practicality over outright performance or cargo-heavy duties.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety4.2 L/100km
Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro
Car B
Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro
The Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro leans into reliability and space, making it well suited to growing families and road trips. Strong cargo capacity and a steady V6 outshine its thirst and limited appeal for city or performance driving.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety270 hp
Why compared same body typesame seatssame usage profilesimilar pricestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 63 / 88
City 50 / 24
Budget / value 45 / 50
Road trip 52 / 78
Performance 29 / 27
Cargo 34 / 70
Practical 44 / 59
Premium 49 / 37
Winter 36 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz C 250d · Orange = Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz C 250d Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz C 250d

  • Efficient for its class at 4.2 L/100 km combined
  • Ranks well for safety within its segment
  • Five seats and a 480 L trunk cover everyday family needs
  • 194 hp and 400 Nm support easy highway merging and overtakes

Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro

  • Reliability ranks highest in its signals, supporting long-term ownership.
  • Huge 1100-liter cargo area suits gear-heavy weekends and travel.
  • Five-seat layout works well for growing families.
  • V6 with 270 hp and 370 Nm provides confident everyday pace (7.5 s 0–100 km/h).

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz C 250d if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz C 250d uses 4.2 L/100km vs 12.3 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro if…
More power
Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro puts out 270 hp vs 194 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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