Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206)
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Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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C 180 (Stage 2)
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C 180 (Stage 1)
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C 180
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 180 (Stage 3) 255 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.7 s
- Fastest top speed270 km/h168 mph
- Most powerful255 hp190 kW
- Highest torque388 Nm286 lb-ft
- Lightest1,550 kg3,417 lb
- Best power-to-weight165 hp/t123 kW/t6.1 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption9.1 L/100 km25.8 mpg US31.0 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.1 L/100 km46.1 mpg US55.4 mpg UK
- Best estimated range615 km382 mi
- Largest trunk455 L
- Best overall score66/100
- Best performance score62/100
- Best economy score89/100
- Best practicality score74/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 3)255 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 2)221 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 1)201 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180170 hp |
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| Power | 255hp190kW+85 hp | 221hp165kW+51 hp | 201hp150kW+31 hp | 170hp127kW |
| Torque | 388Nm286lb-ft+138 Nm | 338Nm249lb-ft+88 Nm | 305Nm225lb-ft+55 Nm | 250Nm184lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,550kg3,417lb | 1,550kg3,417lb | 1,550kg3,417lb | 1,550kg3,417lb |
| Gross weight | 2,250kg4,960lb | 2,250kg4,960lb | 2,250kg4,960lb | 2,250kg4,960lb |
| Top speed | 270 km/h 168 mph | 259 km/h 161 mph | 252 km/h 157 mph | 231 km/h 144 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 66.8s99% target: 267 km/h / 166 mph-8.8 s Calculated | 71.5s99% target: 256 km/h / 159 mph-4.1 s Calculated | 74.7s99% target: 249 km/h / 155 mph-0.9 s Calculated | 75.6s99% target: 229 km/h / 142 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7s-1.9 s | 7.3s-1.3 s | 7.8s-0.8 s | 8.6s |
| 0-200 km/h | 19.5s-12.4 s Calculated | 22.5s-9.4 s Calculated | 24.9s-7.0 s Calculated | 32.0s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.4s-1.8 s Calculated | 7.0s-1.2 s Calculated | 7.4s-0.8 s Calculated | 8.2s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 9.1L/100 km25.8mpg US31.0mpg UK | 9.1L/100 km25.8mpg US31.0mpg UK | 9.1L/100 km25.8mpg US31.0mpg UK | 9.1L/100 km25.8mpg US31.0mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.5s-1.7 s Calculated | 15.1s-1.1 s Calculated | 15.5s-0.7 s Calculated | 16.2s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 165hp/t123kW/t75hp/1000 lb Calculated | 143hp/t106kW/t65hp/1000 lb Calculated | 129hp/t97kW/t59hp/1000 lb Calculated | 110hp/t82kW/t50hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 250Nm/t167lb-ft/ton Calculated | 218Nm/t146lb-ft/ton Calculated | 197Nm/t132lb-ft/ton Calculated | 161Nm/t108lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 615km382mi Calculated | 615km382mi Calculated | 615km382mi Calculated | 615km382mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,496cc91cu in | 1,496cc91cu in | 1,496cc91cu in | 1,496cc91cu in |
| Length | 4,751mm187in | 4,751mm187in | 4,751mm187in | 4,751mm187in |
| Width | 1,820mm72in | 1,820mm72in | 1,820mm72in | 1,820mm72in |
| Height | 1,437mm57in | 1,437mm57in | 1,437mm57in | 1,437mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,865mm113in | 2,865mm113in | 2,865mm113in | 2,865mm113in |
| Front track | 1,601mm63in | 1,601mm63in | 1,601mm63in | 1,601mm63in |
| Rear track | 1,613mm64in | 1,613mm64in | 1,613mm64in | 1,613mm64in |
| Trunk volume | 455L | 455L | 455L | 455L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 40L | 40L | 40L | 40L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 180 (Stage 3) 255 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 180 (Stage 2) 221 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 180 (Stage 1) 201 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 180 170 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 3)255 hp | 5,500-6,100 rpm | 1,800-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 2)221 hp | 5,500-6,100 rpm | 1,800-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 1)201 hp | 5,500-6,100 rpm | 1,800-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180170 hp | 5,500-6,100 rpm | 1,800-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 3)255 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 2)221 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 1)201 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180170 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.4 s | 7.0 s | 7.4 s | 8.2 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.7 s | 7.3 s | 7.8 s | 8.6 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 19.5 s | 22.5 s | 24.9 s | 32.0 s |
| Top speed | 270 km/h 168 mph | 259 km/h 161 mph | 252 km/h 157 mph | 231 km/h 144 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.7 s | 2.8 s | 2.9 s | 2.9 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.7 s | 6.9 s | 7.1 s | 7.4 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.8 s | 10.2 s | 10.4 s | 10.8 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.4 s | 12.9 s | 13.2 s | 13.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.5 s | 15.1 s | 15.5 s | 16.2 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 171 km/h 106 mph | 164 km/h 102 mph | 159 km/h 99 mph | 150 km/h 93 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 3)255 hp | 255 hp 190 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 2)221 hp | 221 hp 165 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 1)201 hp | 201 hp 150 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180170 hp | 170 hp 127 kW |
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 180 (Stage 3) 255 hp has 85 hp more than Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 180 170 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 180 170 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 180 (Stage 3) 255 hp: 85 hp (63 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 3)255 hp | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 2)221 hp | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 1)201 hp | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180170 hp | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 3)255 hp | 1,550 kg 3,417 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 2)221 hp | 1,550 kg 3,417 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 1)201 hp | 1,550 kg 3,417 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180170 hp | 1,550 kg 3,417 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 (W206)C 180 (Stage 3)255 hp | 270 km/h 168 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 2)221 hp | 259 km/h 161 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 1)201 hp | 252 km/h 157 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180170 hp | 231 km/h 144 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 (W206)C 180 (Stage 3)255 hp | 6.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 2)221 hp | 7.3 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 1)201 hp | 7.8 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180170 hp | 8.6 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 180 (Stage 3) 255 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 180 170 hp: 1.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 180 (Stage 2) 221 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 180 (Stage 1) 201 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 (W206)C 180 (Stage 3)255 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 2)221 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 1)201 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180170 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 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 (W206)C 180 (Stage 3)255 hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 2)221 hp | 143 hp/t 106 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 1)201 hp | 129 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180170 hp | 110 hp/t 82 kW/t 9.1 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)C 180 (Stage 3)255 hp | 615 km 382 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 2)221 hp | 615 km 382 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 1)201 hp | 615 km 382 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180170 hp | 615 km 382 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)C 180 (Stage 3)255 hp | 255 hp 190 kW | 6.7 s | 270 km/h 168 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 2)221 hp | 221 hp 165 kW | 7.3 s | 259 km/h 161 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 1)201 hp | 201 hp 150 kW | 7.8 s | 252 km/h 157 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180170 hp | 170 hp 127 kW | 8.6 s | 231 km/h 144 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)C 180 (Stage 3)255 hp |
| 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 2)221 hp |
| 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 1)201 hp |
| 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180170 hp |
| 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 180 (Stage 3) 255 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)C 180 (Stage 3)255 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 6.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 2)221 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 7.3 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 1)201 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 7.8 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180170 hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 8.6 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)C 180 (Stage 3)255 hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 2)221 hp | 143 hp/t 106 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 1)201 hp | 129 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180170 hp | 110 hp/t 82 kW/t 9.1 kg/hp | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 3)255 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 2)221 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180 (Stage 1)201 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 180170 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 255 hp 190 kW | 221 hp 165 kW | 201 hp 150 kW | 170 hp 127 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.7 s | 7.3 s | 7.8 s | 8.6 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 270 km/h 168 mph | 259 km/h 161 mph | 252 km/h 157 mph | 231 km/h 144 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,550 kg 3,417 lb | 1,550 kg 3,417 lb | 1,550 kg 3,417 lb | 1,550 kg 3,417 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km 36.2 mpg US 43.5 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 615 km 382 mi | 615 km 382 mi | 615 km 382 mi | 615 km 382 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 | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 143 hp/t 106 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp | 129 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp | 110 hp/t 82 kW/t 9.1 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) C 180 (Stage 3) 255 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 180 (Stage 2) 221 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 180 (Stage 1) 201 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 180 170 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK | 6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 11.38 LC100 km | 11.38 LC100 km | 11.38 LC100 km | 11.38 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 18.31 LC100 mi | 18.31 LC100 mi | 18.31 LC100 mi | 18.31 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 975 L258 US gal214 UK gal | 975 L258 US gal214 UK gal | 975 L258 US gal214 UK gal | 975 L258 US gal214 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,706 LC/year | 1,706 LC/year | 1,706 LC/year | 1,706 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 180 (Stage 3) 255 hp
- Has 34 hp more
- Has 50 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 22 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) C 180 (Stage 2) 221 hp
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