Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205)
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Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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C 200 (Stage 2)
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C 200 (Stage 1)
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C 200
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 (Stage 3) 276 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.7 s
- Fastest top speed270 km/h168 mph
- Most powerful276 hp206 kW
- Highest torque465 Nm343 lb-ft
- Lightest1,390 kg3,064 lb
- Best power-to-weight199 hp/t148 kW/t5.0 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.6 L/100 km42.0 mpg US50.4 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption7.2 L/100 km32.7 mpg US39.2 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.7 L/100 km50.0 mpg US60.1 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions131 g/km
- Best estimated range732 km455 mi
- Largest trunk480 L
- Best overall score69/100
- Best performance score67/100
- Best economy score92/100
- Best practicality score74/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 3)276 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 2)239 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 1)217 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200184 hp |
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| Power | 276hp206kW+92 hp | 239hp178kW+55 hp | 217hp162kW+33 hp | 184hp137kW |
| Torque | 465Nm343lb-ft+165 Nm | 405Nm299lb-ft+105 Nm | 366Nm270lb-ft+66 Nm | 300Nm221lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,390kg3,064lb | 1,390kg3,064lb | 1,390kg3,064lb | 1,390kg3,064lb |
| Gross weight | 2,030kg4,475lb | 2,030kg4,475lb | 2,030kg4,475lb | 2,030kg4,475lb |
| Top speed | 270 km/h 168 mph | 256 km/h 159 mph | 248 km/h 154 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 56.0s99% target: 267 km/h / 166 mph-10.0 s Calculated | 59.5s99% target: 253 km/h / 157 mph-6.6 s Calculated | 61.9s99% target: 246 km/h / 153 mph-4.1 s Calculated | 66.1s99% target: 233 km/h / 145 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7s-1.6 s | 6.2s-1.1 s | 6.6s-0.7 s | 7.3s |
| 0-200 km/h | 16.5s-9.9 s Calculated | 19.3s-7.0 s Calculated | 21.5s-4.8 s Calculated | 26.4s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.4s-1.5 s Calculated | 5.9s-1.0 s Calculated | 6.3s-0.7 s Calculated | 7.0s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg UK | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg UK | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg UK | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg 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 | 4.7L/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 | 13.6s-1.6 s Calculated | 14.1s-1.1 s Calculated | 14.5s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.2s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 199hp/t148kW/t90hp/1000 lb Calculated | 172hp/t128kW/t78hp/1000 lb Calculated | 156hp/t116kW/t71hp/1000 lb Calculated | 132hp/t99kW/t60hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 335Nm/t224lb-ft/ton Calculated | 291Nm/t195lb-ft/ton Calculated | 263Nm/t176lb-ft/ton Calculated | 216Nm/t144lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 732km455mi Calculated | 732km455mi Calculated | 732km455mi Calculated | 732km455mi 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 | 1,442mm57in | 1,442mm57in | 1,442mm57in | 1,442mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,840mm112in | 2,840mm112in | 2,840mm112in | 2,840mm112in |
| Front track | 1,588mm63in | 1,588mm63in | 1,588mm63in | 1,588mm63in |
| Rear track | 1,570mm62in | 1,570mm62in | 1,570mm62in | 1,570mm62in |
| Ground clearance | 92mm4in | 92mm4in | 92mm4in | 92mm4in |
| Trunk volume | 480L | 480L | 480L | 480L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 41L | 41L | 41L | 41L |
| CO2 emissions | 131g/km | 131g/km | 131g/km | 131g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 (Stage 3) 276 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 (Stage 2) 239 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 (Stage 1) 217 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 184 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 3)276 hp | 5,500 rpm | 1,200-4,000 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 2)239 hp | 5,500 rpm | 1,200-4,000 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 1)217 hp | 5,500 rpm | 1,200-4,000 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200184 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 (W205)C 200 (Stage 3)276 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 2)239 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 1)217 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200184 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.4 s | 5.9 s | 6.3 s | 7.0 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.7 s | 6.2 s | 6.6 s | 7.3 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 16.5 s | 19.3 s | 21.5 s | 26.4 s |
| Top speed | 270 km/h 168 mph | 256 km/h 159 mph | 248 km/h 154 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.5 s | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.2 s | 6.4 s | 6.6 s | 6.9 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.1 s | 9.5 s | 9.7 s | 10.1 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.5 s | 12.0 s | 12.3 s | 12.9 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.6 s | 14.1 s | 14.5 s | 15.2 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 181 km/h 113 mph | 172 km/h 107 mph | 167 km/h 104 mph | 158 km/h 98 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 3)276 hp | 276 hp 206 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 2)239 hp | 239 hp 178 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 1)217 hp | 217 hp 162 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW |
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 (Stage 3) 276 hp has 92 hp more than Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 184 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 184 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 (Stage 3) 276 hp: 92 hp (69 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 3)276 hp | 465 Nm 343 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 2)239 hp | 405 Nm 299 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 1)217 hp | 366 Nm 270 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200184 hp | 300 Nm 221 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 3)276 hp | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 2)239 hp | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 1)217 hp | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200184 hp | 1,390 kg 3,064 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 (W205)C 200 (Stage 3)276 hp | 270 km/h 168 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 2)239 hp | 256 km/h 159 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 1)217 hp | 248 km/h 154 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200184 hp | 235 km/h 146 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 3)276 hp | 5.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 2)239 hp | 6.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 1)217 hp | 6.6 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200184 hp | 7.3 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 (Stage 3) 276 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 184 hp: 1.6 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 (Stage 2) 239 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 (Stage 1) 217 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 (W205)C 200 (Stage 3)276 hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 2)239 hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 1)217 hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200184 hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 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 (W205)C 200 (Stage 3)276 hp | 199 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 2)239 hp | 172 hp/t 128 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 1)217 hp | 156 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200184 hp | 132 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.6 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 (W205)C 200 (Stage 3)276 hp | 732 km 455 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 2)239 hp | 732 km 455 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 1)217 hp | 732 km 455 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200184 hp | 732 km 455 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 (W205)C 200 (Stage 3)276 hp | 276 hp 206 kW | 5.7 s | 270 km/h 168 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 2)239 hp | 239 hp 178 kW | 6.2 s | 256 km/h 159 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 1)217 hp | 217 hp 162 kW | 6.6 s | 248 km/h 154 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW | 7.3 s | 235 km/h 146 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 (W205)C 200 (Stage 3)276 hp |
| 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 2)239 hp |
| 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 1)217 hp |
| 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200184 hp |
| 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 (Stage 3) 276 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 (W205)C 200 (Stage 3)276 hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | 5.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 2)239 hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | 6.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 1)217 hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | 6.6 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200184 hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | 7.3 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 (W205)C 200 (Stage 3)276 hp | 199 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 2)239 hp | 172 hp/t 128 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 1)217 hp | 156 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200184 hp | 132 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.6 kg/hp | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 3)276 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 2)239 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200 (Stage 1)217 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 200184 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 276 hp 206 kW | 239 hp 178 kW | 217 hp 162 kW | 184 hp 137 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 465 Nm 343 lb-ft | 405 Nm 299 lb-ft | 366 Nm 270 lb-ft | 300 Nm 221 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.7 s | 6.2 s | 6.6 s | 7.3 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 270 km/h 168 mph | 256 km/h 159 mph | 248 km/h 154 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | 5.6 L/100 km 42.0 mpg US 50.4 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 732 km 455 mi | 732 km 455 mi | 732 km 455 mi | 732 km 455 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 131 g/km | 131 g/km | 131 g/km | 131 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 480 L 17.0 cu ft | 480 L 17.0 cu ft | 480 L 17.0 cu ft | 480 L 17.0 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 199 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 172 hp/t 128 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 156 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 132 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.6 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 (W205) C 200 (Stage 3) 276 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 (Stage 2) 239 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 (Stage 1) 217 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 184 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.6 L/100 km42 mpg US50.4 mpg UK | 5.6 L/100 km42 mpg US50.4 mpg UK | 5.6 L/100 km42 mpg US50.4 mpg UK | 5.6 L/100 km42 mpg US50.4 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 9.80 LC100 km | 9.80 LC100 km | 9.80 LC100 km | 9.80 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 15.77 LC100 mi | 15.77 LC100 mi | 15.77 LC100 mi | 15.77 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 840 L222 US gal185 UK gal | 840 L222 US gal185 UK gal | 840 L222 US gal185 UK gal | 840 L222 US gal185 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,470 LC/year | 1,470 LC/year | 1,470 LC/year | 1,470 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 200 (Stage 3) 276 hp
- Has 37 hp more
- Has 60 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 14 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 26 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 (W205) C 200 (Stage 2) 239 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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