Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205)
Car comparison
Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 250 · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 250 · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 250 · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 250
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonMercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205)
C 250 (Stage 2)
Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205)
C 250 (Stage 1)
Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205)
C 250
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 250 (Stage 3) 317 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.3 s
- Fastest top speed288 km/h179 mph
- Most powerful317 hp236 kW
- Highest torque543 Nm400 lb-ft
- Lightest1,465 kg3,230 lb
- Best power-to-weight216 hp/t161 kW/t4.6 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption7.5 L/100 km31.4 mpg US37.7 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.7 L/100 km50.0 mpg US60.1 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions130 g/km
- Best estimated range862 km536 mi
- Largest trunk400 L
- Best overall score66/100
- Best performance score73/100
- Best economy score91/100
- Best practicality score51/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 3)317 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 2)274 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 1)249 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250211 hp |
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| Power | 317hp236kW+106 hp | 274hp205kW+63 hp | 249hp186kW+38 hp | 211hp157kW |
| Torque | 543Nm400lb-ft+193 Nm | 473Nm348lb-ft+123 Nm | 427Nm315lb-ft+77 Nm | 350Nm258lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,465kg3,230lb | 1,465kg3,230lb | 1,465kg3,230lb | 1,465kg3,230lb |
| Gross weight | 2,020kg4,453lb | 2,020kg4,453lb | 2,020kg4,453lb | 2,020kg4,453lb |
| Top speed | 288 km/h 179 mph | 274 km/h 170 mph | 265 km/h 165 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 78.2s99% target: 285 km/h / 177 mph-18.3 s Calculated | 83.0s99% target: 271 km/h / 169 mph-13.5 s Calculated | 86.1s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph-10.4 s Calculated | 96.5s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.3s-1.5 s | 5.8s-1.0 s | 6.1s-0.7 s | 6.8s |
| 0-200 km/h | 16.8s-8.2 s Calculated | 19.5s-5.5 s Calculated | 21.7s-3.3 s Calculated | 25.0s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.0s-1.4 s Calculated | 5.5s-1.0 s Calculated | 5.8s-0.6 s Calculated | 6.5s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.3s-1.5 s Calculated | 13.8s-1.0 s Calculated | 14.2s-0.6 s Calculated | 14.8s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 216hp/t161kW/t98hp/1000 lb Calculated | 187hp/t140kW/t85hp/1000 lb Calculated | 170hp/t127kW/t77hp/1000 lb Calculated | 144hp/t107kW/t65hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 370Nm/t248lb-ft/ton Calculated | 323Nm/t216lb-ft/ton Calculated | 291Nm/t195lb-ft/ton Calculated | 239Nm/t160lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 862km536mi Calculated | 862km536mi Calculated | 862km536mi Calculated | 862km536mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu 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 | 50L | 50L | 50L | 50L |
| CO2 emissions | 130g/km | 130g/km | 130g/km | 130g/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 250 (Stage 3) 317 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 250 (Stage 2) 274 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 250 (Stage 1) 249 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 250 211 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 3)317 hp | 5,500 rpm | 1,200-4,000 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 2)274 hp | 5,500 rpm | 1,200-4,000 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 1)249 hp | 5,500 rpm | 1,200-4,000 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250211 hp | 5,500 rpm | 1,200-4,000 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 3)317 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 2)274 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 1)249 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250211 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.0 s | 5.5 s | 5.8 s | 6.5 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.3 s | 5.8 s | 6.1 s | 6.8 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 16.8 s | 19.5 s | 21.7 s | 25.0 s |
| Top speed | 288 km/h 179 mph | 274 km/h 170 mph | 265 km/h 165 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.3 s | 2.3 s | 2.4 s | 2.4 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.9 s | 6.1 s | 6.2 s | 6.5 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.8 s | 9.1 s | 9.3 s | 9.7 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.2 s | 11.7 s | 12.0 s | 12.5 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.3 s | 13.8 s | 14.2 s | 14.8 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 178 km/h 111 mph | 170 km/h 106 mph | 165 km/h 103 mph | 158 km/h 98 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 3)317 hp | 317 hp 236 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 2)274 hp | 274 hp 205 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 1)249 hp | 249 hp 186 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250211 hp | 211 hp 157 kW |
Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 250 (Stage 3) 317 hp has 106 hp more than Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 250 211 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 250 211 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 250 (Stage 3) 317 hp: 106 hp (79 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 3)317 hp | 543 Nm 400 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 2)274 hp | 473 Nm 348 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 1)249 hp | 427 Nm 315 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250211 hp | 350 Nm 258 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 3)317 hp | 1,465 kg 3,230 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 2)274 hp | 1,465 kg 3,230 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 1)249 hp | 1,465 kg 3,230 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250211 hp | 1,465 kg 3,230 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 3)317 hp | 288 km/h 179 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 2)274 hp | 274 km/h 170 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 1)249 hp | 265 km/h 165 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250211 hp | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 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 250 (Stage 3) 317 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 250 211 hp: 1.5 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 250 (Stage 2) 274 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 250 (Stage 1) 249 hp, separated by only 0.4 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 250 (Stage 3)317 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 2)274 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 1)249 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250211 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 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 250 (Stage 3)317 hp | 216 hp/t 161 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 2)274 hp | 187 hp/t 140 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 1)249 hp | 170 hp/t 127 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250211 hp | 144 hp/t 107 kW/t 6.9 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 250 (Stage 3)317 hp | 862 km 536 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 2)274 hp | 862 km 536 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 1)249 hp | 862 km 536 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250211 hp | 862 km 536 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 250 (Stage 3)317 hp | 317 hp 236 kW | 5.3 s | 288 km/h 179 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 2)274 hp | 274 hp 205 kW | 5.8 s | 274 km/h 170 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 1)249 hp | 249 hp 186 kW | 6.1 s | 265 km/h 165 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250211 hp | 211 hp 157 kW | 6.8 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 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 250 (Stage 3)317 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 2)274 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 1)249 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250211 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 250 (Stage 3) 317 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 250 (Stage 3)317 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.3 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 2)274 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 1)249 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 6.1 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250211 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 6.8 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 250 (Stage 3)317 hp | 216 hp/t 161 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 2)274 hp | 187 hp/t 140 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 1)249 hp | 170 hp/t 127 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250211 hp | 144 hp/t 107 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 3)317 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 2)274 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250 (Stage 1)249 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class Coupe (C205)C 250211 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 317 hp 236 kW | 274 hp 205 kW | 249 hp 186 kW | 211 hp 157 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 543 Nm 400 lb-ft | 473 Nm 348 lb-ft | 427 Nm 315 lb-ft | 350 Nm 258 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.3 s | 5.8 s | 6.1 s | 6.8 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 288 km/h 179 mph | 274 km/h 170 mph | 265 km/h 165 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,465 kg 3,230 lb | 1,465 kg 3,230 lb | 1,465 kg 3,230 lb | 1,465 kg 3,230 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 862 km 536 mi | 862 km 536 mi | 862 km 536 mi | 862 km 536 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 130 g/km | 130 g/km | 130 g/km | 130 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 | 216 hp/t 161 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 187 hp/t 140 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 170 hp/t 127 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 144 hp/t 107 kW/t 6.9 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 250 (Stage 3) 317 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 250 (Stage 2) 274 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 250 (Stage 1) 249 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 250 211 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 10.15 LC100 km | 10.15 LC100 km | 10.15 LC100 km | 10.15 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,523 LC/year | 1,523 LC/year | 1,523 LC/year | 1,523 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz C-class Coupe (C205) C 250 (Stage 3) 317 hp
- Has 42 hp more
- Has 70 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 14 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 29 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 250 (Stage 2) 274 hp
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