Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205)
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Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonMercedes-Benz C-class (W205)
C 220d (Stage 2)
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C 220d (Stage 1)
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C 220d
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d (Stage 3) 253 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.6 s
- Fastest top speed265 km/h165 mph
- Most powerful253 hp188 kW
- Highest torque640 Nm472 lb-ft
- Lightest1,430 kg3,153 lb
- Best power-to-weight177 hp/t132 kW/t5.7 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption3.8 L/100 km61.9 mpg US74.3 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions115 g/km
- Best estimated range932 km579 mi
- Largest trunk480 L
- Best overall score71/100
- Best performance score69/100
- Best economy score95/100
- Best practicality score74/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 3)253 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 2)220 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 1)196 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d163 hp |
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| Power | 253hp188kW+90 hp | 220hp164kW+57 hp | 196hp146kW+33 hp | 163hp122kW |
| Torque | 640Nm472lb-ft+240 Nm | 560Nm413lb-ft+160 Nm | 500Nm369lb-ft+100 Nm | 400Nm295lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,430kg3,153lb | 1,430kg3,153lb | 1,430kg3,153lb | 1,430kg3,153lb |
| Gross weight | 1,970kg4,343lb | 1,970kg4,343lb | 1,970kg4,343lb | 1,970kg4,343lb |
| Top speed | 265 km/h 165 mph | 254 km/h 158 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 233 km/h 145 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 56.2s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph-11.9 s Calculated | 60.0s99% target: 251 km/h / 156 mph-8.1 s Calculated | 63.4s99% target: 244 km/h / 151 mph-4.7 s Calculated | 68.1s99% target: 231 km/h / 143 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6s-1.8 s | 6.1s-1.3 s | 6.6s-0.8 s | 7.4s |
| 0-200 km/h | 16.9s-10.7 s Calculated | 19.6s-8.0 s Calculated | 22.2s-5.4 s Calculated | 27.6s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.4s-1.7 s Calculated | 5.9s-1.2 s Calculated | 6.3s-0.8 s Calculated | 7.1s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 3.8L/100 km61.9mpg US74.3mpg UK | 3.8L/100 km61.9mpg US74.3mpg UK | 3.8L/100 km61.9mpg US74.3mpg UK | 3.8L/100 km61.9mpg US74.3mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.6s-1.7 s Calculated | 14.1s-1.2 s Calculated | 14.6s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.3s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 177hp/t132kW/t80hp/1000 lb Calculated | 154hp/t115kW/t70hp/1000 lb Calculated | 137hp/t102kW/t62hp/1000 lb Calculated | 114hp/t85kW/t52hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 448Nm/t299lb-ft/ton Calculated | 392Nm/t262lb-ft/ton Calculated | 350Nm/t234lb-ft/ton Calculated | 280Nm/t187lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 932km579mi Calculated | 932km579mi Calculated | 932km579mi Calculated | 932km579mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,143cc131cu in | 2,143cc131cu in | 2,143cc131cu in | 2,143cc131cu 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 | 115g/km | 115g/km | 115g/km | 115g/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 220d (Stage 3) 253 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d (Stage 2) 220 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d (Stage 1) 196 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d 163 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 3)253 hp | 3,000-4,200 rpm | 1,400-2,800 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 2)220 hp | 3,000-4,200 rpm | 1,400-2,800 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 1)196 hp | 3,000-4,200 rpm | 1,400-2,800 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d163 hp | 3,000-4,200 rpm | 1,400-2,800 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 3)253 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 2)220 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 1)196 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d163 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.4 s | 5.9 s | 6.3 s | 7.1 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.6 s | 6.1 s | 6.6 s | 7.4 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 16.9 s | 19.6 s | 22.2 s | 27.6 s |
| Top speed | 265 km/h 165 mph | 254 km/h 158 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 233 km/h 145 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 | 9.4 s | 9.7 s | 10.2 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.5 s | 12.0 s | 12.3 s | 13.0 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.6 s | 14.1 s | 14.6 s | 15.3 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 179 km/h 111 mph | 171 km/h 107 mph | 166 km/h 103 mph | 157 km/h 97 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 3)253 hp | 253 hp 188 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 2)220 hp | 220 hp 164 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 1)196 hp | 196 hp 146 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d163 hp | 163 hp 122 kW |
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d (Stage 3) 253 hp has 90 hp more than Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d 163 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d 163 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d (Stage 3) 253 hp: 90 hp (67 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 3)253 hp | 640 Nm 472 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 2)220 hp | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 1)196 hp | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d163 hp | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 3)253 hp | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 2)220 hp | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 1)196 hp | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d163 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 (W205)C 220d (Stage 3)253 hp | 265 km/h 165 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 2)220 hp | 254 km/h 158 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 1)196 hp | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d163 hp | 233 km/h 145 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 220d (Stage 3)253 hp | 5.6 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 2)220 hp | 6.1 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 1)196 hp | 6.6 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d163 hp | 7.4 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d (Stage 3) 253 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d 163 hp: 1.8 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d (Stage 2) 220 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d (Stage 1) 196 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 (W205)C 220d (Stage 3)253 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 2)220 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 1)196 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d163 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 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 220d (Stage 3)253 hp | 177 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 2)220 hp | 154 hp/t 115 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 1)196 hp | 137 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d163 hp | 114 hp/t 85 kW/t 8.8 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 220d (Stage 3)253 hp | 932 km 579 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 2)220 hp | 932 km 579 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 1)196 hp | 932 km 579 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d163 hp | 932 km 579 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 220d (Stage 3)253 hp | 253 hp 188 kW | 5.6 s | 265 km/h 165 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 2)220 hp | 220 hp 164 kW | 6.1 s | 254 km/h 158 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 1)196 hp | 196 hp 146 kW | 6.6 s | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d163 hp | 163 hp 122 kW | 7.4 s | 233 km/h 145 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 220d (Stage 3)253 hp |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 2)220 hp |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 1)196 hp |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d163 hp |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d (Stage 3) 253 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 220d (Stage 3)253 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 5.6 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 2)220 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 6.1 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 1)196 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 6.6 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d163 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 7.4 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 220d (Stage 3)253 hp | 177 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 2)220 hp | 154 hp/t 115 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 1)196 hp | 137 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d163 hp | 114 hp/t 85 kW/t 8.8 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 3)253 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 2)220 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d (Stage 1)196 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 220d163 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 253 hp 188 kW | 220 hp 164 kW | 196 hp 146 kW | 163 hp 122 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 640 Nm 472 lb-ft | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.6 s | 6.1 s | 6.6 s | 7.4 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 265 km/h 165 mph | 254 km/h 158 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 233 km/h 145 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 | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 932 km 579 mi | 932 km 579 mi | 932 km 579 mi | 932 km 579 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 115 g/km | 115 g/km | 115 g/km | 115 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 | 177 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp | 154 hp/t 115 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp | 137 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp | 114 hp/t 85 kW/t 8.8 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 220d (Stage 3) 253 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d (Stage 2) 220 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d (Stage 1) 196 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d 163 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 7.70 LC100 km | 7.70 LC100 km | 7.70 LC100 km | 7.70 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 12.39 LC100 mi | 12.39 LC100 mi | 12.39 LC100 mi | 12.39 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 660 L174 US gal145 UK gal | 660 L174 US gal145 UK gal | 660 L174 US gal145 UK gal | 660 L174 US gal145 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,155 LC/year | 1,155 LC/year | 1,155 LC/year | 1,155 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 220d (Stage 3) 253 hp
- Has 33 hp more
- Has 80 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 23 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 220d (Stage 2) 220 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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