Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205)
Car comparison
Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonMercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205)
C 180 (Stage 2)
Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205)
C 180 (Stage 1)
Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205)
C 180
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 (Stage 3) 234 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.8 s
- Fastest top speed259 km/h161 mph
- Most powerful234 hp174 kW
- Highest torque388 Nm286 lb-ft
- Lightest1,430 kg3,153 lb
- Best power-to-weight164 hp/t122 kW/t6.1 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.9 L/100 km39.9 mpg US47.9 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption7.2 L/100 km32.7 mpg US39.2 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.9 L/100 km48.0 mpg US57.6 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions135 g/km
- Best estimated range695 km432 mi
- Largest trunk400 L
- Best overall score56/100
- Best performance score59/100
- Best economy score91/100
- Best practicality score51/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 3)234 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 2)203 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 1)184 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180156 hp |
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| Power | 234hp174kW+78 hp | 203hp151kW+47 hp | 184hp137kW+28 hp | 156hp116kW |
| Torque | 388Nm286lb-ft+138 Nm | 338Nm249lb-ft+88 Nm | 305Nm225lb-ft+55 Nm | 250Nm184lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,430kg3,153lb | 1,430kg3,153lb | 1,430kg3,153lb | 1,430kg3,153lb |
| Gross weight | 1,985kg4,376lb | 1,985kg4,376lb | 1,985kg4,376lb | 1,985kg4,376lb |
| Top speed | 259 km/h 161 mph | 247 km/h 153 mph | 238 km/h 148 mph | 225 km/h 140 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 93.3s99% target: 256 km/h / 159 mph-11.1 s Calculated | 98.0s99% target: 245 km/h / 152 mph-6.4 s Calculated | 100.2s99% target: 236 km/h / 146 mph-4.2 s Calculated | 104.3s99% target: 223 km/h / 138 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8s-2.0 s | 7.5s-1.3 s | 7.9s-0.9 s | 8.8s |
| 0-200 km/h | 24.9s-18.0 s Calculated | 29.4s-13.5 s Calculated | 33.6s-9.3 s Calculated | 42.9s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.5s-1.8 s Calculated | 7.1s-1.2 s Calculated | 7.5s-0.8 s Calculated | 8.3s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.9L/100 km39.9mpg US47.9mpg UK | 5.9L/100 km39.9mpg US47.9mpg UK | 5.9L/100 km39.9mpg US47.9mpg UK | 5.9L/100 km39.9mpg US47.9mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 7.2L/100 km32.7mpg US39.2mpg UK | 7.2L/100 km32.7mpg US39.2mpg UK | 7.2L/100 km32.7mpg US39.2mpg UK | 7.2L/100 km32.7mpg US39.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.8s-1.6 s Calculated | 15.3s-1.0 s Calculated | 15.7s-0.6 s Calculated | 16.4s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 164hp/t122kW/t74hp/1000 lb Calculated | 142hp/t106kW/t64hp/1000 lb Calculated | 129hp/t96kW/t58hp/1000 lb Calculated | 109hp/t81kW/t49hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 271Nm/t181lb-ft/ton Calculated | 236Nm/t158lb-ft/ton Calculated | 213Nm/t143lb-ft/ton Calculated | 175Nm/t117lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 695km432mi Calculated | 695km432mi Calculated | 695km432mi Calculated | 695km432mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,595cc97cu in | 1,595cc97cu in | 1,595cc97cu in | 1,595cc97cu in |
| Length | 4,686mm184in | 4,686mm184in | 4,686mm184in | 4,686mm184in |
| Width | 1,810mm71in | 1,810mm71in | 1,810mm71in | 1,810mm71in |
| Height | 1,405mm55in | 1,405mm55in | 1,405mm55in | 1,405mm55in |
| Wheelbase | 2,840mm112in | 2,840mm112in | 2,840mm112in | 2,840mm112in |
| Front track | 1,563mm62in | 1,563mm62in | 1,563mm62in | 1,563mm62in |
| Rear track | 1,546mm61in | 1,546mm61in | 1,546mm61in | 1,546mm61in |
| Ground clearance | 89mm4in | 89mm4in | 89mm4in | 89mm4in |
| Trunk volume | 400L | 400L | 400L | 400L |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel tank | 41L | 41L | 41L | 41L |
| CO2 emissions | 135g/km | 135g/km | 135g/km | 135g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 (Stage 3) 234 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 (Stage 2) 203 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 (Stage 1) 184 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 156 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 3)234 hp | 5,300 rpm | 1,200-4,000 rpm | 5,550 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 2)203 hp | 5,300 rpm | 1,200-4,000 rpm | 5,550 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 1)184 hp | 5,300 rpm | 1,200-4,000 rpm | 5,550 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180156 hp | 5,300 rpm | 1,200-4,000 rpm | 5,550 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 3)234 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 2)203 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 1)184 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180156 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.5 s | 7.1 s | 7.5 s | 8.3 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.8 s | 7.5 s | 7.9 s | 8.8 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 24.9 s | 29.4 s | 33.6 s | 42.9 s |
| Top speed | 259 km/h 161 mph | 247 km/h 153 mph | 238 km/h 148 mph | 225 km/h 140 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.5 s | 2.5 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.5 s | 6.7 s | 6.8 s | 7.1 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.7 s | 10.1 s | 10.3 s | 10.7 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.5 s | 12.9 s | 13.3 s | 13.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.8 s | 15.3 s | 15.7 s | 16.4 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 159 km/h 99 mph | 152 km/h 94 mph | 148 km/h 92 mph | 141 km/h 88 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 3)234 hp | 234 hp 174 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 1)184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180156 hp | 156 hp 116 kW |
Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 (Stage 3) 234 hp has 78 hp more than Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 156 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 156 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 (Stage 3) 234 hp: 78 hp (58 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 3)234 hp | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 2)203 hp | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 1)184 hp | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180156 hp | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 3)234 hp | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 2)203 hp | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 1)184 hp | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180156 hp | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 3)234 hp | 259 km/h 161 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 2)203 hp | 247 km/h 153 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 1)184 hp | 238 km/h 148 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180156 hp | 225 km/h 140 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 (Stage 3) 234 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 156 hp: 2.0 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 (Stage 2) 203 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 (Stage 1) 184 hp, separated by only 0.5 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 3)234 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 2)203 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 1)184 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180156 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 3)234 hp | 164 hp/t 122 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 2)203 hp | 142 hp/t 106 kW/t 7.1 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 1)184 hp | 129 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.8 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180156 hp | 109 hp/t 81 kW/t 9.2 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 3)234 hp | 695 km 432 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 2)203 hp | 695 km 432 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 1)184 hp | 695 km 432 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180156 hp | 695 km 432 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 3)234 hp | 234 hp 174 kW | 6.8 s | 259 km/h 161 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW | 7.5 s | 247 km/h 153 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 1)184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW | 7.9 s | 238 km/h 148 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180156 hp | 156 hp 116 kW | 8.8 s | 225 km/h 140 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 3)234 hp |
| 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 2)203 hp |
| 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 1)184 hp |
| 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180156 hp |
| 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 (Stage 3) 234 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 3)234 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 6.8 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 2)203 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 7.5 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 1)184 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 7.9 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180156 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 8.8 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 3)234 hp | 164 hp/t 122 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 2)203 hp | 142 hp/t 106 kW/t 7.1 kg/hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 1)184 hp | 129 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.8 kg/hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180156 hp | 109 hp/t 81 kW/t 9.2 kg/hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 3)234 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 2)203 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180 (Stage 1)184 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 180156 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 234 hp 174 kW | 203 hp 151 kW | 184 hp 137 kW | 156 hp 116 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.8 s | 7.5 s | 7.9 s | 8.8 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 259 km/h 161 mph | 247 km/h 153 mph | 238 km/h 148 mph | 225 km/h 140 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 695 km 432 mi | 695 km 432 mi | 695 km 432 mi | 695 km 432 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 135 g/km | 135 g/km | 135 g/km | 135 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 400 L 14.1 cu ft | 400 L 14.1 cu ft | 400 L 14.1 cu ft | 400 L 14.1 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 164 hp/t 122 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 142 hp/t 106 kW/t 7.1 kg/hp | 129 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.8 kg/hp | 109 hp/t 81 kW/t 9.2 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 (Stage 3) 234 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 (Stage 2) 203 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 (Stage 1) 184 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 156 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.9 L/100 km39.9 mpg US47.9 mpg UK | 5.9 L/100 km39.9 mpg US47.9 mpg UK | 5.9 L/100 km39.9 mpg US47.9 mpg UK | 5.9 L/100 km39.9 mpg US47.9 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 10.33 LC100 km | 10.33 LC100 km | 10.33 LC100 km | 10.33 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 16.62 LC100 mi | 16.62 LC100 mi | 16.62 LC100 mi | 16.62 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 885 L234 US gal195 UK gal | 885 L234 US gal195 UK gal | 885 L234 US gal195 UK gal | 885 L234 US gal195 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,549 LC/year | 1,549 LC/year | 1,549 LC/year | 1,549 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 (Stage 3) 234 hp
- Has 31 hp more
- Has 50 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 12 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 22 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 180 (Stage 2) 203 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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