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 200 (Stage 2)
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C 200 (Stage 1)
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C 200
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 200 (Stage 3) 306 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.7 s
- Fastest top speed288 km/h179 mph
- Most powerful306 hp228 kW
- Highest torque465 Nm343 lb-ft
- Lightest1,575 kg3,472 lb
- Best power-to-weight194 hp/t145 kW/t5.1 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 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 range758 km471 mi
- Largest trunk455 L
- Best overall score71/100
- Best performance score70/100
- Best economy score89/100
- Best practicality score74/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 3)306 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 2)265 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 1)241 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200204 hp |
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| Power | 306hp228kW+102 hp | 265hp198kW+61 hp | 241hp180kW+37 hp | 204hp152kW |
| Torque | 465Nm343lb-ft+165 Nm | 405Nm299lb-ft+105 Nm | 366Nm270lb-ft+66 Nm | 300Nm221lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,575kg3,472lb | 1,575kg3,472lb | 1,575kg3,472lb | 1,575kg3,472lb |
| Gross weight | 2,265kg4,993lb | 2,265kg4,993lb | 2,265kg4,993lb | 2,265kg4,993lb |
| Top speed | 288 km/h 179 mph | 276 km/h 171 mph | 268 km/h 167 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 58.9s99% target: 285 km/h / 177 mph-9.2 s Calculated | 63.6s99% target: 273 km/h / 170 mph-4.6 s Calculated | 66.5s99% target: 265 km/h / 165 mph-1.7 s Calculated | 68.1s99% target: 244 km/h / 151 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7s-1.6 s | 6.2s-1.1 s | 6.6s-0.7 s | 7.3s |
| 0-200 km/h | 15.5s-8.7 s Calculated | 17.8s-6.4 s Calculated | 19.5s-4.6 s Calculated | 24.2s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.4s-1.5 s Calculated | 5.9s-1.0 s Calculated | 6.3s-0.7 s Calculated | 7.0s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg UK | 6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg UK | 6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg UK | 6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg 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 | 13.5s-1.7 s Calculated | 14.1s-1.1 s Calculated | 14.4s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.1s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 194hp/t145kW/t88hp/1000 lb Calculated | 168hp/t126kW/t76hp/1000 lb Calculated | 153hp/t114kW/t69hp/1000 lb Calculated | 130hp/t97kW/t59hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 295Nm/t198lb-ft/ton Calculated | 257Nm/t172lb-ft/ton Calculated | 232Nm/t155lb-ft/ton Calculated | 190Nm/t127lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 758km471mi Calculated | 758km471mi Calculated | 758km471mi Calculated | 758km471mi 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 | 1,582mm62in | 1,582mm62in | 1,582mm62in | 1,582mm62in |
| Rear track | 1,594mm63in | 1,594mm63in | 1,594mm63in | 1,594mm63in |
| 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) C 200 (Stage 3) 306 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 200 (Stage 2) 265 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 200 (Stage 1) 241 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 200 204 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 3)306 hp | 5,800-6,100 rpm | 1,800-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 2)265 hp | 5,800-6,100 rpm | 1,800-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 1)241 hp | 5,800-6,100 rpm | 1,800-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200204 hp | 5,800-6,100 rpm | 1,800-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 3)306 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 2)265 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 1)241 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200204 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.4 s | 5.9 s | 6.3 s | 7.0 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.7 s | 6.2 s | 6.6 s | 7.3 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 15.5 s | 17.8 s | 19.5 s | 24.2 s |
| Top speed | 288 km/h 179 mph | 276 km/h 171 mph | 268 km/h 167 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.3 s | 6.5 s | 6.6 s | 6.9 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.1 s | 9.5 s | 9.7 s | 10.1 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.5 s | 12.0 s | 12.3 s | 12.9 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.5 s | 14.1 s | 14.4 s | 15.1 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 185 km/h 115 mph | 176 km/h 110 mph | 171 km/h 106 mph | 161 km/h 100 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 3)306 hp | 306 hp 228 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 2)265 hp | 265 hp 198 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 1)241 hp | 241 hp 180 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW |
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 200 (Stage 3) 306 hp has 102 hp more than Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 200 204 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 200 204 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 200 (Stage 3) 306 hp: 102 hp (76 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 3)306 hp | 465 Nm 343 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 2)265 hp | 405 Nm 299 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 1)241 hp | 366 Nm 270 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200204 hp | 300 Nm 221 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 3)306 hp | 1,575 kg 3,472 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 2)265 hp | 1,575 kg 3,472 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 1)241 hp | 1,575 kg 3,472 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200204 hp | 1,575 kg 3,472 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 200 (Stage 3)306 hp | 288 km/h 179 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 2)265 hp | 276 km/h 171 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 1)241 hp | 268 km/h 167 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200204 hp | 246 km/h 153 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 200 (Stage 3)306 hp | 5.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 2)265 hp | 6.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 1)241 hp | 6.6 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200204 hp | 7.3 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 200 (Stage 3) 306 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 200 204 hp: 1.6 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 200 (Stage 2) 265 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 200 (Stage 1) 241 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 (W206)C 200 (Stage 3)306 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 2)265 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 1)241 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200204 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 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 (W206)C 200 (Stage 3)306 hp | 194 hp/t 145 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 2)265 hp | 168 hp/t 126 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 1)241 hp | 153 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200204 hp | 130 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 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 200 (Stage 3)306 hp | 758 km 471 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 2)265 hp | 758 km 471 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 1)241 hp | 758 km 471 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200204 hp | 758 km 471 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 200 (Stage 3)306 hp | 306 hp 228 kW | 5.7 s | 288 km/h 179 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 2)265 hp | 265 hp 198 kW | 6.2 s | 276 km/h 171 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 1)241 hp | 241 hp 180 kW | 6.6 s | 268 km/h 167 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW | 7.3 s | 246 km/h 153 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 200 (Stage 3)306 hp |
| 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 2)265 hp |
| 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 1)241 hp |
| 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200204 hp |
| 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 200 (Stage 3) 306 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 200 (Stage 3)306 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 5.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 2)265 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 1)241 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200204 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 7.3 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 200 (Stage 3)306 hp | 194 hp/t 145 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 2)265 hp | 168 hp/t 126 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 1)241 hp | 153 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200204 hp | 130 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 3)306 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 2)265 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200 (Stage 1)241 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 200204 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 306 hp 228 kW | 265 hp 198 kW | 241 hp 180 kW | 204 hp 152 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 465 Nm 343 lb-ft | 405 Nm 299 lb-ft | 366 Nm 270 lb-ft | 300 Nm 221 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.7 s | 6.2 s | 6.6 s | 7.3 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 288 km/h 179 mph | 276 km/h 171 mph | 268 km/h 167 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,575 kg 3,472 lb | 1,575 kg 3,472 lb | 1,575 kg 3,472 lb | 1,575 kg 3,472 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 758 km 471 mi | 758 km 471 mi | 758 km 471 mi | 758 km 471 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 | 194 hp/t 145 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp | 168 hp/t 126 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 153 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp | 130 hp/t 97 kW/t 7.7 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 200 (Stage 3) 306 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 200 (Stage 2) 265 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 200 (Stage 1) 241 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 200 204 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 11.55 LC100 km | 11.55 LC100 km | 11.55 LC100 km | 11.55 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 18.59 LC100 mi | 18.59 LC100 mi | 18.59 LC100 mi | 18.59 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 990 L262 US gal218 UK gal | 990 L262 US gal218 UK gal | 990 L262 US gal218 UK gal | 990 L262 US gal218 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,733 LC/year | 1,733 LC/year | 1,733 LC/year | 1,733 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 200 (Stage 3) 306 hp
- Has 41 hp more
- Has 60 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 12 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
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 200 (Stage 2) 265 hp
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