Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) · Facelift 2026
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C 250d (Stage 1)
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C 250d
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250d (Stage 3) 310 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.4 s
- Fastest top speed281 km/h175 mph
- Most powerful310 hp231 kW
- Highest torque704 Nm519 lb-ft
- Lightest1,775 kg3,913 lb
- Best power-to-weight175 hp/t130 kW/t5.7 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.2 L/100 km45.2 mpg US54.3 mpg UK
- Best estimated range1,269 km789 mi
- Largest trunk455 L
- Best overall score75/100
- Best performance score75/100
- Best economy score93/100
- Best practicality score74/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 3)310 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 2)270 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 1)240 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d200 hp |
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| Power | 310hp231kW+110 hp | 270hp201kW+70 hp | 240hp179kW+40 hp | 200hp149kW |
| Torque | 704Nm519lb-ft+264 Nm | 616Nm454lb-ft+176 Nm | 550Nm406lb-ft+110 Nm | 440Nm325lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,775kg3,913lb | 1,775kg3,913lb | 1,775kg3,913lb | 1,775kg3,913lb |
| Gross weight | 2,400kg5,291lb | 2,400kg5,291lb | 2,400kg5,291lb | 2,400kg5,291lb |
| Top speed | 281 km/h 175 mph | 270 km/h 168 mph | 261 km/h 162 mph | 238 km/h 148 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 56.8s99% target: 278 km/h / 173 mph-9.0 s Calculated | 60.9s99% target: 267 km/h / 166 mph-4.8 s Calculated | 64.2s99% target: 258 km/h / 161 mph-1.5 s Calculated | 65.7s99% target: 236 km/h / 146 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4s-1.7 s | 5.9s-1.2 s | 6.3s-0.8 s | 7.1s |
| 0-200 km/h | 15.3s-9.9 s Calculated | 17.5s-7.7 s Calculated | 19.6s-5.5 s Calculated | 25.2s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.2s-1.6 s Calculated | 5.6s-1.1 s Calculated | 6.1s-0.7 s Calculated | 6.8s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.3s-1.8 s Calculated | 13.8s-1.2 s Calculated | 14.3s-0.8 s Calculated | 15.0s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 175hp/t130kW/t79hp/1000 lb Calculated | 152hp/t113kW/t69hp/1000 lb Calculated | 135hp/t101kW/t61hp/1000 lb Calculated | 113hp/t84kW/t51hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 397Nm/t265lb-ft/ton Calculated | 347Nm/t232lb-ft/ton Calculated | 310Nm/t207lb-ft/ton Calculated | 248Nm/t166lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,269km789mi Calculated | 1,269km789mi Calculated | 1,269km789mi Calculated | 1,269km789mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,992cc122cu in | 1,992cc122cu in | 1,992cc122cu in | 1,992cc122cu 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 250d (Stage 3) 310 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250d (Stage 2) 270 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250d (Stage 1) 240 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250d 200 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 3)310 hp | 3,400-3,600 rpm | 1,800-2,800 rpm | 3,850 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 2)270 hp | 3,400-3,600 rpm | 1,800-2,800 rpm | 3,850 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 1)240 hp | 3,400-3,600 rpm | 1,800-2,800 rpm | 3,850 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d200 hp | 3,400-3,600 rpm | 1,800-2,800 rpm | 3,850 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 3)310 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 2)270 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 1)240 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d200 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.2 s | 5.6 s | 6.1 s | 6.8 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.4 s | 5.9 s | 6.3 s | 7.1 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 15.3 s | 17.5 s | 19.6 s | 25.2 s |
| Top speed | 281 km/h 175 mph | 270 km/h 168 mph | 261 km/h 162 mph | 238 km/h 148 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.5 s | 2.5 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.1 s | 6.3 s | 6.5 s | 6.8 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.9 s | 9.2 s | 9.5 s | 10.0 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.3 s | 11.7 s | 12.1 s | 12.7 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.3 s | 13.8 s | 14.3 s | 15.0 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 186 km/h 115 mph | 177 km/h 110 mph | 171 km/h 106 mph | 160 km/h 100 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 3)310 hp | 310 hp 231 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 2)270 hp | 270 hp 201 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 1)240 hp | 240 hp 179 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d200 hp | 200 hp 149 kW |
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250d (Stage 3) 310 hp has 110 hp more than Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250d 200 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250d 200 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250d (Stage 3) 310 hp: 110 hp (82 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 3)310 hp | 704 Nm 519 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 2)270 hp | 616 Nm 454 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 1)240 hp | 550 Nm 406 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d200 hp | 440 Nm 325 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 3)310 hp | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 2)270 hp | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 1)240 hp | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d200 hp | 1,775 kg 3,913 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 250d (Stage 3)310 hp | 281 km/h 175 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 2)270 hp | 270 km/h 168 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 1)240 hp | 261 km/h 162 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d200 hp | 238 km/h 148 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 250d (Stage 3) 310 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250d 200 hp: 1.7 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250d (Stage 2) 270 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250d (Stage 1) 240 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 250d (Stage 3)310 hp | 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 2)270 hp | 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 1)240 hp | 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d200 hp | 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 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 250d (Stage 3)310 hp | 175 hp/t 130 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 2)270 hp | 152 hp/t 113 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 1)240 hp | 135 hp/t 101 kW/t 7.4 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d200 hp | 113 hp/t 84 kW/t 8.9 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 250d (Stage 3)310 hp | 1,269 km 789 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 2)270 hp | 1,269 km 789 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 1)240 hp | 1,269 km 789 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d200 hp | 1,269 km 789 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 250d (Stage 3)310 hp | 310 hp 231 kW | 5.4 s | 281 km/h 175 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 2)270 hp | 270 hp 201 kW | 5.9 s | 270 km/h 168 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 1)240 hp | 240 hp 179 kW | 6.3 s | 261 km/h 162 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d200 hp | 200 hp 149 kW | 7.1 s | 238 km/h 148 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 250d (Stage 3)310 hp |
| 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 2)270 hp |
| 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 1)240 hp |
| 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d200 hp |
| 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250d (Stage 3) 310 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 250d (Stage 3)310 hp | 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK | 5.4 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 2)270 hp | 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK | 5.9 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 1)240 hp | 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK | 6.3 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d200 hp | 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK | 7.1 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 250d (Stage 3)310 hp | 175 hp/t 130 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp | 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 2)270 hp | 152 hp/t 113 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp | 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 1)240 hp | 135 hp/t 101 kW/t 7.4 kg/hp | 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d200 hp | 113 hp/t 84 kW/t 8.9 kg/hp | 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 3)310 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 2)270 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d (Stage 1)240 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)Facelift 2026C 250d200 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 310 hp 231 kW | 270 hp 201 kW | 240 hp 179 kW | 200 hp 149 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 704 Nm 519 lb-ft | 616 Nm 454 lb-ft | 550 Nm 406 lb-ft | 440 Nm 325 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.4 s | 5.9 s | 6.3 s | 7.1 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 281 km/h 175 mph | 270 km/h 168 mph | 261 km/h 162 mph | 238 km/h 148 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK | 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK | 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK | 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,269 km 789 mi | 1,269 km 789 mi | 1,269 km 789 mi | 1,269 km 789 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 | 175 hp/t 130 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp | 152 hp/t 113 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp | 135 hp/t 101 kW/t 7.4 kg/hp | 113 hp/t 84 kW/t 8.9 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 250d (Stage 3) 310 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250d (Stage 2) 270 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250d (Stage 1) 240 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250d 200 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.2 L/100 km45.2 mpg US54.3 mpg UK | 5.2 L/100 km45.2 mpg US54.3 mpg UK | 5.2 L/100 km45.2 mpg US54.3 mpg UK | 5.2 L/100 km45.2 mpg US54.3 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 9.10 LC100 km | 9.10 LC100 km | 9.10 LC100 km | 9.10 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 14.65 LC100 mi | 14.65 LC100 mi | 14.65 LC100 mi | 14.65 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 780 L206 US gal172 UK gal | 780 L206 US gal172 UK gal | 780 L206 US gal172 UK gal | 780 L206 US gal172 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,365 LC/year | 1,365 LC/year | 1,365 LC/year | 1,365 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) Facelift 2026 C 250d (Stage 3) 310 hp
- Has 40 hp more
- Has 88 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 23 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 250d (Stage 2) 270 hp
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