Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206)
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Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43 · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43 · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43 · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43
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AMG C 43 (Stage 2)
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AMG C 43 (Stage 1)
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206)
AMG C 43
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43 (Stage 3) 612 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h3.6 s
- Fastest top speed344 km/h214 mph
- Most powerful612 hp456 kW
- Highest torque775 Nm572 lb-ft
- Lightest1,735 kg3,825 lb
- Best power-to-weight353 hp/t263 kW/t2.8 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption9.3 L/100 km25.3 mpg US30.4 mpg UK
- Best estimated range538 km334 mi
- Largest trunk455 L
- Best overall score88/100
- Best performance score94/100
- Best economy score82/100
- Best practicality score74/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 3)612 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 2)530 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 1)481 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43408 hp |
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| Power | 612hp456kW+204 hp | 530hp396kW+122 hp | 481hp359kW+73 hp | 408hp304kW |
| Torque | 775Nm572lb-ft+275 Nm | 675Nm498lb-ft+175 Nm | 610Nm450lb-ft+110 Nm | 500Nm369lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,735kg3,825lb | 1,735kg3,825lb | 1,735kg3,825lb | 1,735kg3,825lb |
| Gross weight | 2,350kg5,181lb | 2,350kg5,181lb | 2,350kg5,181lb | 2,350kg5,181lb |
| Top speed | 344 km/h 214 mph | 327 km/h 203 mph | 316 km/h 196 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 37.1s99% target: 341 km/h / 212 mph-4.3 s Calculated | 41.0s99% target: 324 km/h / 201 mph-0.4 s Calculated | 43.5s99% target: 313 km/h / 194 mph+2.1 s Calculated | 41.4s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.6s-1.0 s | 3.9s-0.7 s | 4.2s-0.4 s | 4.6s |
| 0-200 km/h | 8.3s-4.9 s Calculated | 9.5s-3.7 s Calculated | 10.3s-2.8 s Calculated | 13.2s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.4s-1.0 s Calculated | 3.8s-0.6 s Calculated | 4.0s-0.4 s Calculated | 4.4s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 9.3L/100 km25.3mpg US30.4mpg UK | 9.3L/100 km25.3mpg US30.4mpg UK | 9.3L/100 km25.3mpg US30.4mpg UK | 9.3L/100 km25.3mpg US30.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 10.8s-1.7 s Calculated | 11.3s-1.1 s Calculated | 11.7s-0.8 s Calculated | 12.4s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 353hp/t263kW/t160hp/1000 lb Calculated | 306hp/t228kW/t139hp/1000 lb Calculated | 277hp/t207kW/t126hp/1000 lb Calculated | 235hp/t175kW/t107hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 447Nm/t299lb-ft/ton Calculated | 389Nm/t260lb-ft/ton Calculated | 352Nm/t235lb-ft/ton Calculated | 288Nm/t193lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 538km334mi Calculated | 538km334mi Calculated | 538km334mi Calculated | 538km334mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu in |
| Length | 4,791mm189in | 4,791mm189in | 4,791mm189in | 4,791mm189in |
| Width | 1,824mm72in | 1,824mm72in | 1,824mm72in | 1,824mm72in |
| Height | 1,450mm57in | 1,450mm57in | 1,450mm57in | 1,450mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,865mm113in | 2,865mm113in | 2,865mm113in | 2,865mm113in |
| Front track | 1,591mm63in | 1,591mm63in | 1,591mm63in | 1,591mm63in |
| Rear track | 1,602mm63in | 1,602mm63in | 1,602mm63in | 1,602mm63in |
| Trunk volume | 455L | 455L | 455L | 455L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 50L | 50L | 50L | 50L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43 (Stage 3) 612 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43 (Stage 2) 530 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43 (Stage 1) 481 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43 408 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 3)612 hp | 6,750 rpm | 5,000 rpm | 7,000 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 2)530 hp | 6,750 rpm | 5,000 rpm | 7,000 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 1)481 hp | 6,750 rpm | 5,000 rpm | 7,000 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43408 hp | 6,750 rpm | 5,000 rpm | 7,000 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 3)612 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 2)530 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 1)481 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43408 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.4 s | 3.8 s | 4.0 s | 4.4 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 3.6 s | 3.9 s | 4.2 s | 4.6 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 8.3 s | 9.5 s | 10.3 s | 13.2 s |
0-200 mph 0-322 km/h | 23.3 s | 37.3 s | - | - |
| Top speed | 344 km/h 214 mph | 327 km/h 203 mph | 316 km/h 196 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.2 s | 2.2 s | 2.3 s | 2.3 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.1 s | 5.3 s | 5.5 s | 5.7 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.3 s | 7.7 s | 7.9 s | 8.3 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.2 s | 9.7 s | 10.0 s | 10.6 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 10.8 s | 11.3 s | 11.7 s | 12.4 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 237 km/h 147 mph | 223 km/h 139 mph | 215 km/h 134 mph | 195 km/h 121 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 3)612 hp | 612 hp 456 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 2)530 hp | 530 hp 396 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 1)481 hp | 481 hp 359 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43408 hp | 408 hp 304 kW |
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43 (Stage 3) 612 hp has 204 hp more than Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43 408 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43 408 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43 (Stage 3) 612 hp: 204 hp (152 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 3)612 hp | 775 Nm 572 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 2)530 hp | 675 Nm 498 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 1)481 hp | 610 Nm 450 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43408 hp | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 3)612 hp | 1,735 kg 3,825 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 2)530 hp | 1,735 kg 3,825 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 1)481 hp | 1,735 kg 3,825 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43408 hp | 1,735 kg 3,825 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 (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 3)612 hp | 344 km/h 214 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 2)530 hp | 327 km/h 203 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 1)481 hp | 316 km/h 196 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43408 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 (W206) AMG C 43 (Stage 3) 612 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43 408 hp: 1.0 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43 (Stage 2) 530 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43 (Stage 1) 481 hp, separated by only 0.2 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 (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 3)612 hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 2)530 hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 1)481 hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43408 hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 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 (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 3)612 hp | 353 hp/t 263 kW/t 2.8 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 2)530 hp | 306 hp/t 228 kW/t 3.3 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 1)481 hp | 277 hp/t 207 kW/t 3.6 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43408 hp | 235 hp/t 175 kW/t 4.3 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 (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 3)612 hp | 538 km 334 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 2)530 hp | 538 km 334 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 1)481 hp | 538 km 334 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43408 hp | 538 km 334 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 (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 3)612 hp | 612 hp 456 kW | 3.6 s | 344 km/h 214 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 2)530 hp | 530 hp 396 kW | 3.9 s | 327 km/h 203 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 1)481 hp | 481 hp 359 kW | 4.2 s | 316 km/h 196 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43408 hp | 408 hp 304 kW | 4.6 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 (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 3)612 hp |
| 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 2)530 hp |
| 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 1)481 hp |
| 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43408 hp |
| 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43 (Stage 3) 612 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 (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 3)612 hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | 3.6 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 2)530 hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | 3.9 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 1)481 hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | 4.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43408 hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | 4.6 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 (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 3)612 hp | 353 hp/t 263 kW/t 2.8 kg/hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 2)530 hp | 306 hp/t 228 kW/t 3.3 kg/hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 1)481 hp | 277 hp/t 207 kW/t 3.6 kg/hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43408 hp | 235 hp/t 175 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 3)612 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 2)530 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43 (Stage 1)481 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)AMG C 43408 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 612 hp 456 kW | 530 hp 396 kW | 481 hp 359 kW | 408 hp 304 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 775 Nm 572 lb-ft | 675 Nm 498 lb-ft | 610 Nm 450 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 3.6 s | 3.9 s | 4.2 s | 4.6 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 344 km/h 214 mph | 327 km/h 203 mph | 316 km/h 196 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,735 kg 3,825 lb | 1,735 kg 3,825 lb | 1,735 kg 3,825 lb | 1,735 kg 3,825 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | 9.3 L/100 km 25.3 mpg US 30.4 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 538 km 334 mi | 538 km 334 mi | 538 km 334 mi | 538 km 334 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 | 353 hp/t 263 kW/t 2.8 kg/hp | 306 hp/t 228 kW/t 3.3 kg/hp | 277 hp/t 207 kW/t 3.6 kg/hp | 235 hp/t 175 kW/t 4.3 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 (W206) AMG C 43 (Stage 3) 612 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43 (Stage 2) 530 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43 (Stage 1) 481 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43 408 hp |
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| Consumption | 9.3 L/100 km25.3 mpg US30.4 mpg UK | 9.3 L/100 km25.3 mpg US30.4 mpg UK | 9.3 L/100 km25.3 mpg US30.4 mpg UK | 9.3 L/100 km25.3 mpg US30.4 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 16.28 LC100 km | 16.28 LC100 km | 16.28 LC100 km | 16.28 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 26.19 LC100 mi | 26.19 LC100 mi | 26.19 LC100 mi | 26.19 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,395 L369 US gal307 UK gal | 1,395 L369 US gal307 UK gal | 1,395 L369 US gal307 UK gal | 1,395 L369 US gal307 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,441 LC/year | 2,441 LC/year | 2,441 LC/year | 2,441 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) AMG C 43 (Stage 3) 612 hp
- Has 82 hp more
- Has 100 Nm more
- Is 0.3 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 17 km/h (11 mph) higher top speed
- Has 47 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 (W206) AMG C 43 (Stage 2) 530 hp
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