Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206)
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Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300 · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300 · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300 · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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C 300 (Stage 2)
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C 300 (Stage 1)
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C 300
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300 (Stage 3) 387 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.7 s
- Fastest top speed313 km/h194 mph
- Most powerful387 hp289 kW
- Highest torque620 Nm457 lb-ft
- Lightest1,655 kg3,649 lb
- Best power-to-weight234 hp/t174 kW/t4.3 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption7.3 L/100 km32.2 mpg US38.7 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption10.2 L/100 km23.1 mpg US27.7 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.7 L/100 km41.3 mpg US49.6 mpg UK
- Best estimated range685 km426 mi
- Largest trunk455 L
- Best overall score79/100
- Best performance score82/100
- Best economy score87/100
- Best practicality score74/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300258 hp |
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| Power | 387hp289kW+129 hp | 335hp250kW+77 hp | 304hp227kW+46 hp | 258hp192kW |
| Torque | 620Nm457lb-ft+220 Nm | 540Nm398lb-ft+140 Nm | 488Nm360lb-ft+88 Nm | 400Nm295lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,655kg3,649lb | 1,655kg3,649lb | 1,655kg3,649lb | 1,655kg3,649lb |
| Gross weight | 2,335kg5,148lb | 2,335kg5,148lb | 2,335kg5,148lb | 2,335kg5,148lb |
| Top speed | 313 km/h 194 mph | 298 km/h 185 mph | 288 km/h 179 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 50.9s99% target: 310 km/h / 193 mph-7.4 s Calculated | 54.9s99% target: 295 km/h / 183 mph-3.4 s Calculated | 57.5s99% target: 285 km/h / 177 mph-0.8 s Calculated | 58.3s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7s-1.3 s | 5.1s-0.9 s | 5.4s-0.6 s | 6.0s |
| 0-200 km/h | 11.9s-6.4 s Calculated | 13.6s-4.7 s Calculated | 14.9s-3.4 s Calculated | 18.3s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.5s-1.3 s Calculated | 4.9s-0.9 s Calculated | 5.2s-0.6 s Calculated | 5.7s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 10.2L/100 km23.1mpg US27.7mpg UK | 10.2L/100 km23.1mpg US27.7mpg UK | 10.2L/100 km23.1mpg US27.7mpg UK | 10.2L/100 km23.1mpg US27.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.7L/100 km41.3mpg US49.6mpg UK | 5.7L/100 km41.3mpg US49.6mpg UK | 5.7L/100 km41.3mpg US49.6mpg UK | 5.7L/100 km41.3mpg US49.6mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.3s-1.6 s Calculated | 12.9s-1.1 s Calculated | 13.2s-0.7 s Calculated | 13.9s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 234hp/t174kW/t106hp/1000 lb Calculated | 203hp/t151kW/t92hp/1000 lb Calculated | 184hp/t137kW/t83hp/1000 lb Calculated | 156hp/t116kW/t71hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 375Nm/t251lb-ft/ton Calculated | 326Nm/t218lb-ft/ton Calculated | 295Nm/t197lb-ft/ton Calculated | 242Nm/t162lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 685km426mi Calculated | 685km426mi Calculated | 685km426mi Calculated | 685km426mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,999cc122cu in | 1,999cc122cu in | 1,999cc122cu in | 1,999cc122cu 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 | 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 300 (Stage 3) 387 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300 (Stage 2) 335 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300 (Stage 1) 304 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300 258 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 5,800 rpm | 2,000-3,200 rpm | 6,050 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 5,800 rpm | 2,000-3,200 rpm | 6,050 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 5,800 rpm | 2,000-3,200 rpm | 6,050 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300258 hp | 5,800 rpm | 2,000-3,200 rpm | 6,050 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300258 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.5 s | 4.9 s | 5.2 s | 5.7 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.7 s | 5.1 s | 5.4 s | 6.0 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 11.9 s | 13.6 s | 14.9 s | 18.3 s |
| Top speed | 313 km/h 194 mph | 298 km/h 185 mph | 288 km/h 179 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.4 s | 2.4 s | 2.5 s | 2.6 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.7 s | 6.0 s | 6.1 s | 6.4 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.3 s | 8.7 s | 8.9 s | 9.3 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.5 s | 11.0 s | 11.3 s | 11.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.3 s | 12.9 s | 13.2 s | 13.9 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 204 km/h 127 mph | 194 km/h 120 mph | 187 km/h 116 mph | 175 km/h 109 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 387 hp 289 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 335 hp 250 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 304 hp 227 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300258 hp | 258 hp 192 kW |
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300 (Stage 3) 387 hp has 129 hp more than Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300 258 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300 258 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300 (Stage 3) 387 hp: 129 hp (96 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 620 Nm 457 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 540 Nm 398 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 488 Nm 360 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300258 hp | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 1,655 kg 3,649 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 1,655 kg 3,649 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 1,655 kg 3,649 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300258 hp | 1,655 kg 3,649 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 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 313 km/h 194 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 298 km/h 185 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 288 km/h 179 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300258 hp | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 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 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 4.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 5.1 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 5.4 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300258 hp | 6.0 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300 (Stage 3) 387 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300 258 hp: 1.3 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300 (Stage 2) 335 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300 (Stage 1) 304 hp, separated by only 0.3 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 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300258 hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 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 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 234 hp/t 174 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 203 hp/t 151 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 184 hp/t 137 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300258 hp | 156 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 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 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 685 km 426 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 685 km 426 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 685 km 426 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300258 hp | 685 km 426 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 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 387 hp 289 kW | 4.7 s | 313 km/h 194 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 335 hp 250 kW | 5.1 s | 298 km/h 185 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 304 hp 227 kW | 5.4 s | 288 km/h 179 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300258 hp | 258 hp 192 kW | 6.0 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 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 300 (Stage 3)387 hp |
| 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 2)335 hp |
| 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 1)304 hp |
| 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300258 hp |
| 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300 (Stage 3) 387 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 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | 4.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | 5.1 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | 5.4 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300258 hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | 6.0 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 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 234 hp/t 174 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 203 hp/t 151 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 184 hp/t 137 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300258 hp | 156 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300258 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 387 hp 289 kW | 335 hp 250 kW | 304 hp 227 kW | 258 hp 192 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 620 Nm 457 lb-ft | 540 Nm 398 lb-ft | 488 Nm 360 lb-ft | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.7 s | 5.1 s | 5.4 s | 6.0 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 313 km/h 194 mph | 298 km/h 185 mph | 288 km/h 179 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,655 kg 3,649 lb | 1,655 kg 3,649 lb | 1,655 kg 3,649 lb | 1,655 kg 3,649 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 685 km 426 mi | 685 km 426 mi | 685 km 426 mi | 685 km 426 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 | 234 hp/t 174 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp | 203 hp/t 151 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp | 184 hp/t 137 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 156 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 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 300 (Stage 3) 387 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300 (Stage 2) 335 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300 (Stage 1) 304 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300 258 hp |
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| Consumption | 7.3 L/100 km32.2 mpg US38.7 mpg UK | 7.3 L/100 km32.2 mpg US38.7 mpg UK | 7.3 L/100 km32.2 mpg US38.7 mpg UK | 7.3 L/100 km32.2 mpg US38.7 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 12.78 LC100 km | 12.78 LC100 km | 12.78 LC100 km | 12.78 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 20.56 LC100 mi | 20.56 LC100 mi | 20.56 LC100 mi | 20.56 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,095 L289 US gal241 UK gal | 1,095 L289 US gal241 UK gal | 1,095 L289 US gal241 UK gal | 1,095 L289 US gal241 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,916 LC/year | 1,916 LC/year | 1,916 LC/year | 1,916 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300 (Stage 3) 387 hp
- Has 52 hp more
- Has 80 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 15 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 31 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 300 (Stage 2) 335 hp
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