Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205)
Car comparison
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonMercedes-Benz C-class (W205)
C 250d (Stage 2)
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C 250d (Stage 1)
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C 250d
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d (Stage 3) 316 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.2 s
- Fastest top speed275 km/h171 mph
- Most powerful316 hp236 kW
- Highest torque800 Nm590 lb-ft
- Lightest1,585 kg3,494 lb
- Best power-to-weight199 hp/t149 kW/t5.0 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.0 L/100 km47.0 mpg US56.5 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.6 L/100 km51.1 mpg US61.4 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions132 g/km
- Best estimated range1,320 km820 mi
- Largest trunk480 L
- Best overall score75/100
- Best performance score76/100
- Best economy score93/100
- Best practicality score74/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d204 hp |
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| Power | 316hp236kW+112 hp | 275hp205kW+71 hp | 245hp183kW+41 hp | 204hp152kW |
| Torque | 800Nm590lb-ft+300 Nm | 700Nm516lb-ft+200 Nm | 625Nm461lb-ft+125 Nm | 500Nm369lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,585kg3,494lb | 1,585kg3,494lb | 1,585kg3,494lb | 1,585kg3,494lb |
| Gross weight | 2,225kg4,905lb | 2,225kg4,905lb | 2,225kg4,905lb | 2,225kg4,905lb |
| Top speed | 275 km/h 171 mph | 264 km/h 164 mph | 255 km/h 158 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 53.0s99% target: 272 km/h / 169 mph-12.3 s Calculated | 57.0s99% target: 261 km/h / 162 mph-8.3 s Calculated | 60.2s99% target: 252 km/h / 157 mph-5.1 s Calculated | 65.3s99% target: 240 km/h / 149 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.2s-1.6 s | 5.6s-1.2 s | 6.1s-0.7 s | 6.8s |
| 0-200 km/h | 14.9s-8.8 s Calculated | 17.1s-6.5 s Calculated | 19.4s-4.3 s Calculated | 23.7s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.0s-1.5 s Calculated | 5.4s-1.1 s Calculated | 5.8s-0.7 s Calculated | 6.5s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 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 highway | 4.6L/100 km51.1mpg US61.4mpg UK | 4.6L/100 km51.1mpg US61.4mpg UK | 4.6L/100 km51.1mpg US61.4mpg UK | 4.6L/100 km51.1mpg US61.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.0s-1.7 s Calculated | 13.6s-1.2 s Calculated | 14.0s-0.7 s Calculated | 14.7s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 199hp/t149kW/t90hp/1000 lb Calculated | 174hp/t130kW/t79hp/1000 lb Calculated | 154hp/t115kW/t70hp/1000 lb Calculated | 129hp/t96kW/t58hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 505Nm/t338lb-ft/ton Calculated | 442Nm/t296lb-ft/ton Calculated | 394Nm/t264lb-ft/ton Calculated | 315Nm/t211lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,320km820mi Calculated | 1,320km820mi Calculated | 1,320km820mi Calculated | 1,320km820mi 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 | 66L | 66L | 66L | 66L |
| CO2 emissions | 132g/km | 132g/km | 132g/km | 132g/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 250d (Stage 3) 316 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d (Stage 2) 275 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d (Stage 1) 245 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d 204 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 3,800 rpm | 1,600-1,800 rpm | 4,050 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 3,800 rpm | 1,600-1,800 rpm | 4,050 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 3,800 rpm | 1,600-1,800 rpm | 4,050 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d204 hp | 3,800 rpm | 1,600-1,800 rpm | 4,050 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d204 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.0 s | 5.4 s | 5.8 s | 6.5 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.2 s | 5.6 s | 6.1 s | 6.8 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 14.9 s | 17.1 s | 19.4 s | 23.7 s |
| Top speed | 275 km/h 171 mph | 264 km/h 164 mph | 255 km/h 158 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.4 s | 2.5 s | 2.5 s | 2.6 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.0 s | 6.2 s | 6.4 s | 6.6 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.7 s | 9.1 s | 9.4 s | 9.8 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.1 s | 11.5 s | 11.9 s | 12.5 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.0 s | 13.6 s | 14.0 s | 14.7 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 187 km/h 116 mph | 179 km/h 111 mph | 172 km/h 107 mph | 163 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)C 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 316 hp 236 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 275 hp 205 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 245 hp 183 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW |
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d (Stage 3) 316 hp has 112 hp more than Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d 204 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d 204 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d (Stage 3) 316 hp: 112 hp (84 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 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 800 Nm 590 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 625 Nm 461 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d204 hp | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 1,585 kg 3,494 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 1,585 kg 3,494 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 1,585 kg 3,494 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d204 hp | 1,585 kg 3,494 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 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 275 km/h 171 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 264 km/h 164 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 255 km/h 158 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d204 hp | 242 km/h 150 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 5.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 5.6 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 6.1 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d204 hp | 6.8 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d (Stage 3) 316 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d 204 hp: 1.6 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d (Stage 2) 275 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d (Stage 1) 245 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 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d204 hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 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 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 199 hp/t 149 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 174 hp/t 130 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 154 hp/t 115 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d204 hp | 129 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)C 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 1,320 km 820 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 1,320 km 820 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 1,320 km 820 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d204 hp | 1,320 km 820 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 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 316 hp 236 kW | 5.2 s | 275 km/h 171 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 275 hp 205 kW | 5.6 s | 264 km/h 164 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 245 hp 183 kW | 6.1 s | 255 km/h 158 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW | 6.8 s | 242 km/h 150 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 250d (Stage 3)316 hp |
| 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 2)275 hp |
| 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 1)245 hp |
| 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d204 hp |
| 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d (Stage 3) 316 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 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | 5.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | 5.6 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | 6.1 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d204 hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 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 (W205)C 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | 199 hp/t 149 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | 174 hp/t 130 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | 154 hp/t 115 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d204 hp | 129 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.8 kg/hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 3)316 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 2)275 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d (Stage 1)245 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W205)C 250d204 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 316 hp 236 kW | 275 hp 205 kW | 245 hp 183 kW | 204 hp 152 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 800 Nm 590 lb-ft | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft | 625 Nm 461 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.2 s | 5.6 s | 6.1 s | 6.8 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 275 km/h 171 mph | 264 km/h 164 mph | 255 km/h 158 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,585 kg 3,494 lb | 1,585 kg 3,494 lb | 1,585 kg 3,494 lb | 1,585 kg 3,494 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,320 km 820 mi | 1,320 km 820 mi | 1,320 km 820 mi | 1,320 km 820 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 132 g/km | 132 g/km | 132 g/km | 132 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 149 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 174 hp/t 130 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 154 hp/t 115 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp | 129 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) C 250d (Stage 3) 316 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d (Stage 2) 275 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d (Stage 1) 245 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d 204 hp |
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| Consumption | 5 L/100 km47 mpg US56.5 mpg UK | 5 L/100 km47 mpg US56.5 mpg UK | 5 L/100 km47 mpg US56.5 mpg UK | 5 L/100 km47 mpg US56.5 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 8.75 LC100 km | 8.75 LC100 km | 8.75 LC100 km | 8.75 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 14.08 LC100 mi | 14.08 LC100 mi | 14.08 LC100 mi | 14.08 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 750 L198 US gal165 UK gal | 750 L198 US gal165 UK gal | 750 L198 US gal165 UK gal | 750 L198 US gal165 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,313 LC/year | 1,313 LC/year | 1,313 LC/year | 1,313 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W205) C 250d (Stage 3) 316 hp
- Has 41 hp more
- Has 100 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 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 250d (Stage 2) 275 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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