Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203)
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Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 2)
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AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 1)
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203)
AMG C 32 V6
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3) 503 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.2 s
- Fastest top speed346 km/h215 mph
- Most powerful503 hp375 kW
- Highest torque653 Nm481 lb-ft
- Lightest1,560 kg3,439 lb
- Best power-to-weight322 hp/t240 kW/t3.1 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption11.5 L/100 km20.5 mpg US24.6 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption16.7 L/100 km14.1 mpg US16.9 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption8.6 L/100 km27.4 mpg US32.8 mpg UK
- Best estimated range539 km335 mi
- Largest trunk455 L
- Best overall score85/100
- Best performance score90/100
- Best economy score76/100
- Best practicality score73/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3)503 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 2)443 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 1)404 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6354 hp |
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| Power | 503hp375kW+149 hp | 443hp330kW+89 hp | 404hp301kW+50 hp | 354hp264kW |
| Torque | 653Nm481lb-ft+203 Nm | 576Nm425lb-ft+126 Nm | 522Nm385lb-ft+72 Nm | 450Nm332lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,560kg3,439lb | 1,560kg3,439lb | 1,560kg3,439lb | 1,560kg3,439lb |
| Gross weight | 2,115kg4,663lb | 2,115kg4,663lb | 2,115kg4,663lb | 2,115kg4,663lb |
| Top speed | 346 km/h 215 mph | 332 km/h 206 mph | 321 km/h 199 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 45.7s99% target: 343 km/h / 213 mph-1.6 s Calculated | 49.8s99% target: 329 km/h / 204 mph+2.6 s Calculated | 52.5s99% target: 318 km/h / 197 mph+5.3 s Calculated | 47.3s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.2s-1.0 s | 4.5s-0.7 s | 4.8s-0.4 s | 5.2s |
| 0-200 km/h | 9.8s-5.1 s Calculated | 11.0s-3.9 s Calculated | 12.0s-3.0 s Calculated | 14.9s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.0s-0.9 s Calculated | 4.4s-0.6 s Calculated | 4.6s-0.4 s Calculated | 5.0s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 11.5L/100 km20.5mpg US24.6mpg UK | 11.5L/100 km20.5mpg US24.6mpg UK | 11.5L/100 km20.5mpg US24.6mpg UK | 11.5L/100 km20.5mpg US24.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 16.7L/100 km14.1mpg US16.9mpg UK | 16.7L/100 km14.1mpg US16.9mpg UK | 16.7L/100 km14.1mpg US16.9mpg UK | 16.7L/100 km14.1mpg US16.9mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 8.6L/100 km27.4mpg US32.8mpg UK | 8.6L/100 km27.4mpg US32.8mpg UK | 8.6L/100 km27.4mpg US32.8mpg UK | 8.6L/100 km27.4mpg US32.8mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 11.6s-1.5 s Calculated | 12.1s-1.0 s Calculated | 12.4s-0.7 s Calculated | 13.1s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 322hp/t240kW/t146hp/1000 lb Calculated | 284hp/t212kW/t129hp/1000 lb Calculated | 259hp/t193kW/t117hp/1000 lb Calculated | 227hp/t169kW/t103hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 418Nm/t280lb-ft/ton Calculated | 369Nm/t247lb-ft/ton Calculated | 335Nm/t224lb-ft/ton Calculated | 288Nm/t193lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 539km335mi Calculated | 539km335mi Calculated | 539km335mi Calculated | 539km335mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 3,199cc195cu in | 3,199cc195cu in | 3,199cc195cu in | 3,199cc195cu in |
| Length | 4,528mm178in | 4,528mm178in | 4,528mm178in | 4,528mm178in |
| Width | 1,728mm68in | 1,728mm68in | 1,728mm68in | 1,728mm68in |
| Height | 1,415mm56in | 1,415mm56in | 1,415mm56in | 1,415mm56in |
| Wheelbase | 2,715mm107in | 2,715mm107in | 2,715mm107in | 2,715mm107in |
| Front track | 1,493mm59in | 1,493mm59in | 1,493mm59in | 1,493mm59in |
| Rear track | 1,478mm58in | 1,478mm58in | 1,478mm58in | 1,478mm58in |
| Trunk volume | 455L | 455L | 455L | 455L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 62L | 62L | 62L | 62L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3) 503 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 2) 443 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 1) 404 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 354 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3)503 hp | 6,100 rpm | 4,400 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 2)443 hp | 6,100 rpm | 4,400 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 1)404 hp | 6,100 rpm | 4,400 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6354 hp | 6,100 rpm | 4,400 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3)503 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 2)443 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 1)404 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6354 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.0 s | 4.4 s | 4.6 s | 5.0 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.2 s | 4.5 s | 4.8 s | 5.2 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 9.8 s | 11.0 s | 12.0 s | 14.9 s |
0-200 mph 0-322 km/h | 27.6 s | 38.4 s | - | - |
| Top speed | 346 km/h 215 mph | 332 km/h 206 mph | 321 km/h 199 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.3 s | 2.4 s | 2.4 s | 2.5 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.5 s | 5.7 s | 5.8 s | 6.0 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.9 s | 8.2 s | 8.4 s | 8.8 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.9 s | 10.3 s | 10.6 s | 11.1 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.6 s | 12.1 s | 12.4 s | 13.1 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 223 km/h 138 mph | 212 km/h 132 mph | 204 km/h 127 mph | 187 km/h 116 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3)503 hp | 503 hp 375 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 2)443 hp | 443 hp 330 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 1)404 hp | 404 hp 301 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6354 hp | 354 hp 264 kW |
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3) 503 hp has 149 hp more than Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 354 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 354 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3) 503 hp: 149 hp (111 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3)503 hp | 653 Nm 481 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 2)443 hp | 576 Nm 425 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 1)404 hp | 522 Nm 385 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6354 hp | 450 Nm 332 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3)503 hp | 1,560 kg 3,439 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 2)443 hp | 1,560 kg 3,439 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 1)404 hp | 1,560 kg 3,439 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6354 hp | 1,560 kg 3,439 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 (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3)503 hp | 346 km/h 215 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 2)443 hp | 332 km/h 206 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 1)404 hp | 321 km/h 199 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6354 hp | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 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 (W203) AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3) 503 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 354 hp: 1.0 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 2) 443 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 1) 404 hp, separated by only 0.3 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 (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3)503 hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 2)443 hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 1)404 hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6354 hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 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 (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3)503 hp | 322 hp/t 240 kW/t 3.1 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 2)443 hp | 284 hp/t 212 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 1)404 hp | 259 hp/t 193 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6354 hp | 227 hp/t 169 kW/t 4.4 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 (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3)503 hp | 539 km 335 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 2)443 hp | 539 km 335 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 1)404 hp | 539 km 335 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6354 hp | 539 km 335 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 (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3)503 hp | 503 hp 375 kW | 4.2 s | 346 km/h 215 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 2)443 hp | 443 hp 330 kW | 4.5 s | 332 km/h 206 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 1)404 hp | 404 hp 301 kW | 4.8 s | 321 km/h 199 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6354 hp | 354 hp 264 kW | 5.2 s | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 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 (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3)503 hp |
| 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 2)443 hp |
| 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 1)404 hp |
| 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6354 hp |
| 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3) 503 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 (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3)503 hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | 4.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 2)443 hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | 4.5 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 1)404 hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | 4.8 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6354 hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | 5.2 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 (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3)503 hp | 322 hp/t 240 kW/t 3.1 kg/hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 2)443 hp | 284 hp/t 212 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 1)404 hp | 259 hp/t 193 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6354 hp | 227 hp/t 169 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3)503 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 2)443 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 1)404 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W203)AMG C 32 V6354 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 503 hp 375 kW | 443 hp 330 kW | 404 hp 301 kW | 354 hp 264 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 653 Nm 481 lb-ft | 576 Nm 425 lb-ft | 522 Nm 385 lb-ft | 450 Nm 332 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.2 s | 4.5 s | 4.8 s | 5.2 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 346 km/h 215 mph | 332 km/h 206 mph | 321 km/h 199 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,560 kg 3,439 lb | 1,560 kg 3,439 lb | 1,560 kg 3,439 lb | 1,560 kg 3,439 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | 11.5 L/100 km 20.5 mpg US 24.6 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 539 km 335 mi | 539 km 335 mi | 539 km 335 mi | 539 km 335 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 455 L 16.1 cu ft | 455 L 16.1 cu ft | 455 L 16.1 cu ft | 455 L 16.1 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 322 hp/t 240 kW/t 3.1 kg/hp | 284 hp/t 212 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp | 259 hp/t 193 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp | 227 hp/t 169 kW/t 4.4 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 (W203) AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3) 503 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 2) 443 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 1) 404 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 354 hp |
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| Consumption | 11.5 L/100 km20.5 mpg US24.6 mpg UK | 11.5 L/100 km20.5 mpg US24.6 mpg UK | 11.5 L/100 km20.5 mpg US24.6 mpg UK | 11.5 L/100 km20.5 mpg US24.6 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 20.13 LC100 km | 20.13 LC100 km | 20.13 LC100 km | 20.13 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 32.39 LC100 mi | 32.39 LC100 mi | 32.39 LC100 mi | 32.39 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,725 L456 US gal379 UK gal | 1,725 L456 US gal379 UK gal | 1,725 L456 US gal379 UK gal | 1,725 L456 US gal379 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 3,019 LC/year | 3,019 LC/year | 3,019 LC/year | 3,019 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 3) 503 hp
- Has 60 hp more
- Has 77 Nm more
- Is 0.3 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 14 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 39 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
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W203) AMG C 32 V6 (Stage 2) 443 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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