CarDirectory
Browse all
Mercedes-Benz SLC 180
Coupe · Electric · FWD
vs
Volkswagen Passat CC
Coupe · Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz SLC 180
Car A
Mercedes-Benz SLC 180
The Mercedes-Benz SLC 180 EV focuses on city driving with brisk acceleration, usable range, and five-seat practicality. It’s good value in its segment, though winter and cargo-heavy needs aren’t its strengths.
5 seatsCoupeElectric4-star safetyElectric
Volkswagen Passat CC
Car B
Volkswagen Passat CC
The Volkswagen Passat CC balances punchy acceleration with real luggage capacity at a price that makes sense for value‑minded shoppers. It suits growing families and road‑trip duty without giving up everyday efficiency.
5 seatsCoupeGasoline5-star safety210 hp
Why compared cross brandperformance gapdifferent powertrainsame body typesame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 35 / 53
City 61 / 43
Budget / value 54 / 64
Road trip 42 / 47
Performance 28 / 38
Cargo 25 / 29
Practical 28 / 36
Premium 42 / 25
Winter 22 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz SLC 180 · Orange = Volkswagen Passat CC

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz SLC 180 Volkswagen Passat CC
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz SLC 180

  • Quick 0–100 km/h in 6 s makes urban merging and overtakes easy.
  • Up to 400 km range from a 50 kWh battery suggests efficiency for its class.
  • Five seats and a 450 L trunk cover most daily and weekend needs.
  • At about 35,000 it offers good value in its segment for an electric Mercedes.

Volkswagen Passat CC

  • Quick 0-100 km/h in 6.5 seconds makes passing easy
  • Large 532 L trunk and five seats suit family gear and travel
  • 7.5 L/100 km combined is efficient for its class
  • Good value in its segment at 29,900 given space and pace

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz SLC 180 if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Mercedes-Benz SLC 180 is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Volkswagen Passat CC if…
More power
Volkswagen Passat CC puts out 210 hp vs 150 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Related comparisons

A strong alternative?
Skoda Enyaq Coupe iV 25
same body type
Step up a class?
Skoda Enyaq Coupe iV 50
same body type
Step up a class?
Skoda Enyaq Coupe iV 80
comparison pick
Something more efficient?
Mercedes-Benz B 180 Sport
performance gap
Something cheaper?
Honda Accord Coupe
better value
Something more efficient?
BMW 218i
same body type