Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) · Facelift 2026
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C 250
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250 (Stage 3) 327 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.7 s
- Fastest top speed300 km/h186 mph Unrestricted290 km/h180 mph Restricted
- Most powerful327 hp244 kW
- Highest torque496 Nm366 lb-ft
- Lightest1,650 kg3,638 lb
- Best power-to-weight198 hp/t148 kW/t5.0 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK
- Best estimated range957 km594 mi
- Largest trunk455 L
- Best overall score73/100
- Best performance score73/100
- Best economy score88/100
- Best practicality score74/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 3)327 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 2)283 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 1)257 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250218 hp |
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| Power | 327hp244kW+109 hp | 283hp211kW+65 hp | 257hp192kW+39 hp | 218hp163kW |
| Torque | 496Nm366lb-ft+176 Nm | 432Nm319lb-ft+112 Nm | 390Nm288lb-ft+70 Nm | 320Nm236lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,650kg3,638lb | 1,650kg3,638lb | 1,650kg3,638lb | 1,650kg3,638lb |
| Gross weight | 2,265kg4,993lb | 2,265kg4,993lb | 2,265kg4,993lb | 2,265kg4,993lb |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 300 km/h186 mph Restricted 290 km/h180 mph Calculated | 278 km/h 173 mph | 271 km/h 168 mph | 248 km/h 154 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 61.9s99% target: 297 km/h / 185 mph-7.1 s Calculated | 64.1s99% target: 275 km/h / 171 mph-4.8 s Calculated | 67.4s99% target: 268 km/h / 167 mph-1.5 s Calculated | 68.9s99% target: 246 km/h / 153 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 | 15.1s-8.8 s Calculated | 17.7s-6.2 s Calculated | 19.4s-4.6 s Calculated | 23.9s 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 | 6.9L/100 km34.1mpg US40.9mpg UK | 6.9L/100 km34.1mpg US40.9mpg UK | 6.9L/100 km34.1mpg US40.9mpg UK | 6.9L/100 km34.1mpg US40.9mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.4s-1.7 s Calculated | 14.1s-1.1 s Calculated | 14.4s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.1s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 198hp/t148kW/t90hp/1000 lb Calculated | 172hp/t128kW/t78hp/1000 lb Calculated | 156hp/t116kW/t71hp/1000 lb Calculated | 132hp/t99kW/t60hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 301Nm/t201lb-ft/ton Calculated | 262Nm/t175lb-ft/ton Calculated | 237Nm/t158lb-ft/ton Calculated | 194Nm/t130lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 957km594mi Calculated | 957km594mi Calculated | 957km594mi Calculated | 957km594mi 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 250 (Stage 3) 327 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250 (Stage 2) 283 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250 (Stage 1) 257 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250 218 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 3)327 hp | 5,000-6,100 rpm | 1,400-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 2)283 hp | 5,000-6,100 rpm | 1,400-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 1)257 hp | 5,000-6,100 rpm | 1,400-4,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250218 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 250 (Stage 3)327 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 2)283 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 1)257 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250218 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 | 15.1 s | 17.7 s | 19.4 s | 23.9 s |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 300 km/h186 mph Restricted 290 km/h180 mph Likely limited | 278 km/h 173 mph | 271 km/h 168 mph | 248 km/h 154 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 | 13.4 s | 14.1 s | 14.4 s | 15.1 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 187 km/h 116 mph | 177 km/h 110 mph | 171 km/h 107 mph | 161 km/h 100 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 250 (Stage 3)327 hp | 327 hp 244 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 2)283 hp | 283 hp 211 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 1)257 hp | 257 hp 192 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250218 hp | 218 hp 163 kW |
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250 (Stage 3) 327 hp has 109 hp more than Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250 218 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250 218 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250 (Stage 3) 327 hp: 109 hp (81 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 250 (Stage 3)327 hp | 496 Nm 366 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 2)283 hp | 432 Nm 319 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 1)257 hp | 390 Nm 288 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250218 hp | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 3)327 hp | 1,650 kg 3,638 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 2)283 hp | 1,650 kg 3,638 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 1)257 hp | 1,650 kg 3,638 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250218 hp | 1,650 kg 3,638 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 250 (Stage 3)327 hp | Unrestricted 300 km/h186 mph Restricted 290 km/h180 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 2)283 hp | 278 km/h 173 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 1)257 hp | 271 km/h 168 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250218 hp | 248 km/h 154 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 250 (Stage 3) 327 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250 218 hp: 1.6 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250 (Stage 2) 283 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250 (Stage 1) 257 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)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 3)327 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 2)283 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 1)257 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250218 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 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)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 3)327 hp | 198 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 2)283 hp | 172 hp/t 128 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 1)257 hp | 156 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250218 hp | 132 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.6 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 250 (Stage 3)327 hp | 957 km 594 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 2)283 hp | 957 km 594 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 1)257 hp | 957 km 594 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250218 hp | 957 km 594 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 250 (Stage 3)327 hp | 327 hp 244 kW | 5.7 s | Unrestricted 300 km/h186 mph Restricted 290 km/h180 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 2)283 hp | 283 hp 211 kW | 6.2 s | 278 km/h 173 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 1)257 hp | 257 hp 192 kW | 6.6 s | 271 km/h 168 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250218 hp | 218 hp 163 kW | 7.3 s | 248 km/h 154 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 250 (Stage 3)327 hp |
| 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 2)283 hp |
| 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 1)257 hp |
| 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250218 hp |
| 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250 (Stage 3) 327 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 250 (Stage 3)327 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 5.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 2)283 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 6.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 1)257 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 6.6 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250218 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 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)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 3)327 hp | 198 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 2)283 hp | 172 hp/t 128 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 1)257 hp | 156 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250218 hp | 132 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.6 kg/hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 3)327 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 2)283 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250 (Stage 1)257 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250218 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 327 hp 244 kW | 283 hp 211 kW | 257 hp 192 kW | 218 hp 163 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 496 Nm 366 lb-ft | 432 Nm 319 lb-ft | 390 Nm 288 lb-ft | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.7 s | 6.2 s | 6.6 s | 7.3 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | Unrestricted 300 km/h186 mph Restricted 290 km/h180 mph | 278 km/h 173 mph | 271 km/h 168 mph | 248 km/h 154 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,650 kg 3,638 lb | 1,650 kg 3,638 lb | 1,650 kg 3,638 lb | 1,650 kg 3,638 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 957 km 594 mi | 957 km 594 mi | 957 km 594 mi | 957 km 594 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 | 198 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 172 hp/t 128 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 156 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 132 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.6 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 250 (Stage 3) 327 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250 (Stage 2) 283 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250 (Stage 1) 257 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250 218 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 12.08 LC100 km | 12.08 LC100 km | 12.08 LC100 km | 12.08 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 19.43 LC100 mi | 19.43 LC100 mi | 19.43 LC100 mi | 19.43 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,035 L273 US gal228 UK gal | 1,035 L273 US gal228 UK gal | 1,035 L273 US gal228 UK gal | 1,035 L273 US gal228 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,811 LC/year | 1,811 LC/year | 1,811 LC/year | 1,811 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250 (Stage 3) 327 hp
- Has 44 hp more
- Has 64 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 22 km/h (14 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) Facelift 2026 C 250 (Stage 2) 283 hp
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