Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) · Facelift 2018
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Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) · Facelift 2018 C 220d · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W205) · Facelift 2018 C 220d · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W205) · Facelift 2018 C 220d · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W205) · Facelift 2018 C 220d
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonMercedes-Benz C-class (W205) · Facelift 2018
C 220d (Stage 2)
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) · Facelift 2018
C 220d (Stage 1)
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) · Facelift 2018
C 220d
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) Facelift 2018 C 220d (Stage 3) 301 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.2 s
- Fastest top speed277 km/h172 mph
- Most powerful301 hp224 kW
- Highest torque640 Nm472 lb-ft
- Lightest1,510 kg3,329 lb
- Best power-to-weight199 hp/t148 kW/t5.0 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.8 L/100 km49.0 mpg US58.9 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption5.6 L/100 km42.0 mpg US50.4 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.3 L/100 km54.7 mpg US65.7 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions126 g/km
- Best estimated range854 km531 mi
- Best overall score75/100
- Best performance score74/100
- Best economy score94/100
- Best practicality score77/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 3)301 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 2)262 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 1)233 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d194 hp |
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| Power | 301hp224kW+107 hp | 262hp195kW+68 hp | 233hp174kW+39 hp | 194hp145kW |
| Torque | 640Nm472lb-ft+240 Nm | 560Nm413lb-ft+160 Nm | 500Nm369lb-ft+100 Nm | 400Nm295lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,510kg3,329lb | 1,510kg3,329lb | 1,510kg3,329lb | 1,510kg3,329lb |
| Gross weight | 2,165kg4,773lb | 2,165kg4,773lb | 2,165kg4,773lb | 2,165kg4,773lb |
| Top speed | 277 km/h 172 mph | 264 km/h 164 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 53.0s99% target: 274 km/h / 170 mph-11.0 s Calculated | 56.4s99% target: 261 km/h / 162 mph-7.5 s Calculated | 59.0s99% target: 250 km/h / 156 mph-5.0 s Calculated | 63.9s99% target: 238 km/h / 148 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.2s-1.7 s | 5.7s-1.2 s | 6.2s-0.8 s | 6.9s |
| 0-200 km/h | 14.9s-9.1 s Calculated | 17.2s-6.8 s Calculated | 19.6s-4.4 s Calculated | 24.0s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.0s-1.6 s Calculated | 5.5s-1.1 s Calculated | 5.9s-0.7 s Calculated | 6.6s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.8L/100 km49mpg US58.9mpg UK | 4.8L/100 km49mpg US58.9mpg UK | 4.8L/100 km49mpg US58.9mpg UK | 4.8L/100 km49mpg US58.9mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 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 highway | 4.3L/100 km54.7mpg US65.7mpg UK | 4.3L/100 km54.7mpg US65.7mpg UK | 4.3L/100 km54.7mpg US65.7mpg UK | 4.3L/100 km54.7mpg US65.7mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.1s-1.7 s Calculated | 13.6s-1.2 s Calculated | 14.1s-0.7 s Calculated | 14.8s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 199hp/t148kW/t90hp/1000 lb Calculated | 173hp/t129kW/t79hp/1000 lb Calculated | 154hp/t115kW/t70hp/1000 lb Calculated | 128hp/t96kW/t58hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 424Nm/t284lb-ft/ton Calculated | 371Nm/t248lb-ft/ton Calculated | 331Nm/t222lb-ft/ton Calculated | 265Nm/t177lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 854km531mi Calculated | 854km531mi Calculated | 854km531mi Calculated | 854km531mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,950cc119cu in | 1,950cc119cu in | 1,950cc119cu in | 1,950cc119cu 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 |
| Ground clearance | 92mm4in | 92mm4in | 92mm4in | 92mm4in |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 41L | 41L | 41L | 41L |
| CO2 emissions | 126g/km | 126g/km | 126g/km | 126g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) Facelift 2018 C 220d (Stage 3) 301 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) Facelift 2018 C 220d (Stage 2) 262 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) Facelift 2018 C 220d (Stage 1) 233 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) Facelift 2018 C 220d 194 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 3)301 hp | - | 1,600-2,800 rpm | 3,050 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 2)262 hp | - | 1,600-2,800 rpm | 3,050 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 1)233 hp | - | 1,600-2,800 rpm | 3,050 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d194 hp | - | 1,600-2,800 rpm | 3,050 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 3)301 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 2)262 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 1)233 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d194 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.0 s | 5.5 s | 5.9 s | 6.6 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.2 s | 5.7 s | 6.2 s | 6.9 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 14.9 s | 17.2 s | 19.6 s | 24.0 s |
| Top speed | 277 km/h 172 mph | 264 km/h 164 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.4 s | 2.5 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.0 s | 6.2 s | 6.4 s | 6.7 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.8 s | 9.1 s | 9.4 s | 9.9 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.2 s | 11.6 s | 12.0 s | 12.6 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.1 s | 13.6 s | 14.1 s | 14.8 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 187 km/h 116 mph | 179 km/h 111 mph | 172 km/h 107 mph | 162 km/h 101 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 3)301 hp | 301 hp 224 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 2)262 hp | 262 hp 195 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 1)233 hp | 233 hp 174 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d194 hp | 194 hp 145 kW |
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) Facelift 2018 C 220d (Stage 3) 301 hp has 107 hp more than Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) Facelift 2018 C 220d 194 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) Facelift 2018 C 220d 194 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) Facelift 2018 C 220d (Stage 3) 301 hp: 107 hp (80 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 3)301 hp | 640 Nm 472 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 2)262 hp | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 1)233 hp | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d194 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)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 3)301 hp | 1,510 kg 3,329 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 2)262 hp | 1,510 kg 3,329 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 1)233 hp | 1,510 kg 3,329 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d194 hp | 1,510 kg 3,329 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)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 3)301 hp | 277 km/h 172 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 2)262 hp | 264 km/h 164 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 1)233 hp | 253 km/h 157 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d194 hp | 240 km/h 149 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 (W205) Facelift 2018 C 220d (Stage 3) 301 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) Facelift 2018 C 220d 194 hp: 1.7 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) Facelift 2018 C 220d (Stage 2) 262 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) Facelift 2018 C 220d (Stage 1) 233 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)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 3)301 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 2)262 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 1)233 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d194 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 3)301 hp | 199 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 2)262 hp | 173 hp/t 129 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 1)233 hp | 154 hp/t 115 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d194 hp | 128 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.8 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)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 3)301 hp | 854 km 531 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 2)262 hp | 854 km 531 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 1)233 hp | 854 km 531 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d194 hp | 854 km 531 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)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 3)301 hp | 301 hp 224 kW | 5.2 s | 277 km/h 172 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 2)262 hp | 262 hp 195 kW | 5.7 s | 264 km/h 164 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 1)233 hp | 233 hp 174 kW | 6.2 s | 253 km/h 157 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d194 hp | 194 hp 145 kW | 6.9 s | 240 km/h 149 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)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 3)301 hp |
| 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 2)262 hp |
| 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 1)233 hp |
| 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d194 hp |
| 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) Facelift 2018 C 220d (Stage 3) 301 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)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 3)301 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | 5.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 2)262 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | 5.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 1)233 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | 6.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d194 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | 6.9 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)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 3)301 hp | 199 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 2)262 hp | 173 hp/t 129 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 1)233 hp | 154 hp/t 115 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d194 hp | 128 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.8 kg/hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 3)301 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 2)262 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d (Stage 1)233 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)Facelift 2018C 220d194 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 301 hp 224 kW | 262 hp 195 kW | 233 hp 174 kW | 194 hp 145 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 640 Nm 472 lb-ft | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.2 s | 5.7 s | 6.2 s | 6.9 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 277 km/h 172 mph | 264 km/h 164 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,510 kg 3,329 lb | 1,510 kg 3,329 lb | 1,510 kg 3,329 lb | 1,510 kg 3,329 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 854 km 531 mi | 854 km 531 mi | 854 km 531 mi | 854 km 531 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 126 g/km | 126 g/km | 126 g/km | 126 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 199 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 173 hp/t 129 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 154 hp/t 115 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp | 128 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.8 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) Facelift 2018 C 220d (Stage 3) 301 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) Facelift 2018 C 220d (Stage 2) 262 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) Facelift 2018 C 220d (Stage 1) 233 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) Facelift 2018 C 220d 194 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.8 L/100 km49 mpg US58.9 mpg UK | 4.8 L/100 km49 mpg US58.9 mpg UK | 4.8 L/100 km49 mpg US58.9 mpg UK | 4.8 L/100 km49 mpg US58.9 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 8.40 LC100 km | 8.40 LC100 km | 8.40 LC100 km | 8.40 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 13.52 LC100 mi | 13.52 LC100 mi | 13.52 LC100 mi | 13.52 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 720 L190 US gal158 UK gal | 720 L190 US gal158 UK gal | 720 L190 US gal158 UK gal | 720 L190 US gal158 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,260 LC/year | 1,260 LC/year | 1,260 LC/year | 1,260 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) Facelift 2018 C 220d (Stage 3) 301 hp
- Has 39 hp more
- Has 80 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 13 km/h (8 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
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) Facelift 2018 C 220d (Stage 2) 262 hp
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