Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) · Facelift 2026
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Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 200 (Stage 3) 266 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.6 s
- Fastest top speed271 km/h168 mph
- Most powerful266 hp198 kW
- Highest torque388 Nm286 lb-ft
- Lightest1,630 kg3,594 lb
- Best power-to-weight163 hp/t121 kW/t6.1 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.8 L/100 km34.6 mpg US41.5 mpg UK
- Best estimated range971 km603 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)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 3)266 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 2)230 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 1)209 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200177 hp |
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| Power | 266hp198kW+89 hp | 230hp172kW+53 hp | 209hp156kW+32 hp | 177hp132kW |
| Torque | 388Nm286lb-ft+138 Nm | 338Nm249lb-ft+88 Nm | 305Nm225lb-ft+55 Nm | 250Nm184lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,630kg3,594lb | 1,630kg3,594lb | 1,630kg3,594lb | 1,630kg3,594lb |
| Gross weight | 2,250kg4,960lb | 2,250kg4,960lb | 2,250kg4,960lb | 2,250kg4,960lb |
| Top speed | 271 km/h 168 mph | 260 km/h 162 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 66.9s99% target: 268 km/h / 167 mph-8.8 s Calculated | 71.6s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph-4.1 s Calculated | 74.7s99% target: 250 km/h / 156 mph-0.9 s Calculated | 75.7s99% target: 230 km/h / 143 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.6s-1.9 s | 7.2s-1.3 s | 7.7s-0.8 s | 8.5s |
| 0-200 km/h | 19.3s-12.1 s Calculated | 22.3s-9.2 s Calculated | 24.6s-6.8 s Calculated | 31.4s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.3s-1.8 s Calculated | 6.9s-1.2 s Calculated | 7.3s-0.8 s Calculated | 8.1s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.4s-1.7 s Calculated | 15.0s-1.1 s Calculated | 15.4s-0.7 s Calculated | 16.2s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 163hp/t121kW/t74hp/1000 lb Calculated | 141hp/t105kW/t64hp/1000 lb Calculated | 128hp/t96kW/t58hp/1000 lb Calculated | 109hp/t81kW/t49hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 238Nm/t159lb-ft/ton Calculated | 207Nm/t139lb-ft/ton Calculated | 187Nm/t125lb-ft/ton Calculated | 153Nm/t103lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 971km603mi Calculated | 971km603mi Calculated | 971km603mi Calculated | 971km603mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,999cc122cu in | 1,999cc122cu in | 1,999cc122cu in | 1,999cc122cu in |
| Length | 4,766mm188in | 4,766mm188in | 4,766mm188in | 4,766mm188in |
| Width | 1,820mm72in | 1,820mm72in | 1,820mm72in | 1,820mm72in |
| Height | 1,438mm57in | 1,438mm57in | 1,438mm57in | 1,438mm57in |
| 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 | 66L | 66L | 66L | 66L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 200 (Stage 3) 266 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 200 (Stage 2) 230 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 200 (Stage 1) 209 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 200 177 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 3)266 hp | 5,000-6,100 rpm | 1,400-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 2)230 hp | 5,000-6,100 rpm | 1,400-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 1)209 hp | 5,000-6,100 rpm | 1,400-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200177 hp | 5,000-6,100 rpm | 1,400-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 3)266 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 2)230 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 1)209 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200177 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.3 s | 6.9 s | 7.3 s | 8.1 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.6 s | 7.2 s | 7.7 s | 8.5 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 19.3 s | 22.3 s | 24.6 s | 31.4 s |
| Top speed | 271 km/h 168 mph | 260 km/h 162 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.7 s | 2.8 s | 2.8 s | 2.9 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.7 s | 6.9 s | 7.1 s | 7.3 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.7 s | 10.1 s | 10.4 s | 10.8 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.3 s | 12.8 s | 13.1 s | 13.7 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.4 s | 15.0 s | 15.4 s | 16.2 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 172 km/h 107 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 |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 3)266 hp | 266 hp 198 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 2)230 hp | 230 hp 172 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 1)209 hp | 209 hp 156 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200177 hp | 177 hp 132 kW |
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 200 (Stage 3) 266 hp has 89 hp more than Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 200 177 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 200 177 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 200 (Stage 3) 266 hp: 89 hp (66 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 3)266 hp | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 2)230 hp | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 1)209 hp | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200177 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)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 3)266 hp | 1,630 kg 3,594 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 2)230 hp | 1,630 kg 3,594 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 1)209 hp | 1,630 kg 3,594 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200177 hp | 1,630 kg 3,594 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)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 3)266 hp | 271 km/h 168 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 2)230 hp | 260 km/h 162 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 1)209 hp | 253 km/h 157 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200177 hp | 232 km/h 144 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) Facelift 2026 C 200 (Stage 3) 266 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 200 177 hp: 1.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 200 (Stage 2) 230 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 200 (Stage 1) 209 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)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 3)266 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 2)230 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 1)209 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200177 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 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)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 3)266 hp | 163 hp/t 121 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 2)230 hp | 141 hp/t 105 kW/t 7.1 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 1)209 hp | 128 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.8 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200177 hp | 109 hp/t 81 kW/t 9.2 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)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 3)266 hp | 971 km 603 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 2)230 hp | 971 km 603 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 1)209 hp | 971 km 603 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200177 hp | 971 km 603 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)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 3)266 hp | 266 hp 198 kW | 6.6 s | 271 km/h 168 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 2)230 hp | 230 hp 172 kW | 7.2 s | 260 km/h 162 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 1)209 hp | 209 hp 156 kW | 7.7 s | 253 km/h 157 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200177 hp | 177 hp 132 kW | 8.5 s | 232 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)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 3)266 hp |
| 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 2)230 hp |
| 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 1)209 hp |
| 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200177 hp |
| 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 200 (Stage 3) 266 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)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 3)266 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 6.6 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 2)230 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 7.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 1)209 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 7.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200177 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 8.5 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)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 3)266 hp | 163 hp/t 121 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 2)230 hp | 141 hp/t 105 kW/t 7.1 kg/hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 1)209 hp | 128 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.8 kg/hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200177 hp | 109 hp/t 81 kW/t 9.2 kg/hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 3)266 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 2)230 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200 (Stage 1)209 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 200177 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 266 hp 198 kW | 230 hp 172 kW | 209 hp 156 kW | 177 hp 132 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.6 s | 7.2 s | 7.7 s | 8.5 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 271 km/h 168 mph | 260 km/h 162 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,630 kg 3,594 lb | 1,630 kg 3,594 lb | 1,630 kg 3,594 lb | 1,630 kg 3,594 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 971 km 603 mi | 971 km 603 mi | 971 km 603 mi | 971 km 603 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 | 163 hp/t 121 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 141 hp/t 105 kW/t 7.1 kg/hp | 128 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.8 kg/hp | 109 hp/t 81 kW/t 9.2 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) Facelift 2026 C 200 (Stage 3) 266 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 200 (Stage 2) 230 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 200 (Stage 1) 209 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 200 177 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.8 L/100 km34.6 mpg US41.5 mpg UK | 6.8 L/100 km34.6 mpg US41.5 mpg UK | 6.8 L/100 km34.6 mpg US41.5 mpg UK | 6.8 L/100 km34.6 mpg US41.5 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 11.90 LC100 km | 11.90 LC100 km | 11.90 LC100 km | 11.90 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 19.15 LC100 mi | 19.15 LC100 mi | 19.15 LC100 mi | 19.15 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,020 L269 US gal224 UK gal | 1,020 L269 US gal224 UK gal | 1,020 L269 US gal224 UK gal | 1,020 L269 US gal224 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,785 LC/year | 1,785 LC/year | 1,785 LC/year | 1,785 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 200 (Stage 3) 266 hp
- Has 35 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) Facelift 2026 C 200 (Stage 2) 230 hp
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