Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206)
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Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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C 300d (Stage 2)
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C 300d (Stage 1)
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C 300d
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d (Stage 3) 411 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.3 s
- Fastest top speed328 km/h204 mph
- Most powerful411 hp306 kW
- Highest torque880 Nm649 lb-ft
- Lightest1,700 kg3,748 lb
- Best power-to-weight242 hp/t180 kW/t4.1 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.3 L/100 km44.4 mpg US53.3 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption7.1 L/100 km33.1 mpg US39.8 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.2 L/100 km56.0 mpg US67.3 mpg UK
- Best estimated range943 km586 mi
- Largest trunk455 L
- Best overall score83/100
- Best performance score87/100
- Best economy score93/100
- Best practicality score74/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 3)411 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 2)358 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 1)318 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d265 hp |
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| Power | 411hp306kW+146 hp | 358hp267kW+93 hp | 318hp237kW+53 hp | 265hp198kW |
| Torque | 880Nm649lb-ft+330 Nm | 770Nm568lb-ft+220 Nm | 688Nm507lb-ft+138 Nm | 550Nm406lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,700kg3,748lb | 1,700kg3,748lb | 1,700kg3,748lb | 1,700kg3,748lb |
| Gross weight | 2,380kg5,247lb | 2,380kg5,247lb | 2,380kg5,247lb | 2,380kg5,247lb |
| Top speed | 328 km/h 204 mph | 312 km/h 194 mph | 300 km/h 186 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 49.6s99% target: 325 km/h / 202 mph-7.4 s Calculated | 53.5s99% target: 309 km/h / 192 mph-3.5 s Calculated | 56.7s99% target: 297 km/h / 185 mph-0.3 s Calculated | 57.0s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.3s-1.4 s | 4.7s-1.0 s | 5.1s-0.6 s | 5.7s |
| 0-200 km/h | 10.8s-6.3 s Calculated | 12.3s-4.9 s Calculated | 13.7s-3.5 s Calculated | 17.1s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.2s-1.3 s Calculated | 4.5s-0.9 s Calculated | 4.9s-0.6 s Calculated | 5.5s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 7.1L/100 km33.1mpg US39.8mpg UK | 7.1L/100 km33.1mpg US39.8mpg UK | 7.1L/100 km33.1mpg US39.8mpg UK | 7.1L/100 km33.1mpg US39.8mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.2L/100 km56mpg US67.3mpg UK | 4.2L/100 km56mpg US67.3mpg UK | 4.2L/100 km56mpg US67.3mpg UK | 4.2L/100 km56mpg US67.3mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 11.9s-1.8 s Calculated | 12.4s-1.2 s Calculated | 12.9s-0.8 s Calculated | 13.6s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 242hp/t180kW/t110hp/1000 lb Calculated | 210hp/t157kW/t95hp/1000 lb Calculated | 187hp/t139kW/t85hp/1000 lb Calculated | 156hp/t116kW/t71hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 518Nm/t346lb-ft/ton Calculated | 453Nm/t303lb-ft/ton Calculated | 404Nm/t271lb-ft/ton Calculated | 324Nm/t216lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 943km586mi Calculated | 943km586mi Calculated | 943km586mi Calculated | 943km586mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,992cc122cu in | 1,992cc122cu in | 1,992cc122cu in | 1,992cc122cu 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 300d (Stage 3) 411 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d (Stage 2) 358 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d (Stage 1) 318 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d 265 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 3)411 hp | 4,200 rpm | 1,800-2,200 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 2)358 hp | 4,200 rpm | 1,800-2,200 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 1)318 hp | 4,200 rpm | 1,800-2,200 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d265 hp | 4,200 rpm | 1,800-2,200 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 3)411 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 2)358 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 1)318 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d265 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.2 s | 4.5 s | 4.9 s | 5.5 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.3 s | 4.7 s | 5.1 s | 5.7 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 10.8 s | 12.3 s | 13.7 s | 17.1 s |
0-200 mph 0-322 km/h | 43.1 s | - | - | - |
| Top speed | 328 km/h 204 mph | 312 km/h 194 mph | 300 km/h 186 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.3 s | 2.4 s | 2.4 s | 2.5 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.6 s | 5.8 s | 5.9 s | 6.2 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.1 s | 8.4 s | 8.7 s | 9.1 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.2 s | 10.6 s | 11.0 s | 11.6 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.9 s | 12.4 s | 12.9 s | 13.6 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 212 km/h 132 mph | 201 km/h 125 mph | 193 km/h 120 mph | 179 km/h 111 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 3)411 hp | 411 hp 306 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 2)358 hp | 358 hp 267 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 1)318 hp | 318 hp 237 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d265 hp | 265 hp 198 kW |
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d (Stage 3) 411 hp has 146 hp more than Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d 265 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d 265 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d (Stage 3) 411 hp: 146 hp (109 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 3)411 hp | 880 Nm 649 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 2)358 hp | 770 Nm 568 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 1)318 hp | 688 Nm 507 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d265 hp | 550 Nm 406 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 3)411 hp | 1,700 kg 3,748 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 2)358 hp | 1,700 kg 3,748 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 1)318 hp | 1,700 kg 3,748 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d265 hp | 1,700 kg 3,748 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 300d (Stage 3)411 hp | 328 km/h 204 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 2)358 hp | 312 km/h 194 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 1)318 hp | 300 km/h 186 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d265 hp | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 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 300d (Stage 3)411 hp | 4.3 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 2)358 hp | 4.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 1)318 hp | 5.1 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d265 hp | 5.7 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d (Stage 3) 411 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d 265 hp: 1.4 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d (Stage 2) 358 hp and Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d (Stage 1) 318 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 300d (Stage 3)411 hp | 5.3 L/100 km 44.4 mpg US 53.3 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 2)358 hp | 5.3 L/100 km 44.4 mpg US 53.3 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 1)318 hp | 5.3 L/100 km 44.4 mpg US 53.3 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d265 hp | 5.3 L/100 km 44.4 mpg US 53.3 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)C 300d (Stage 3)411 hp | 242 hp/t 180 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 2)358 hp | 210 hp/t 157 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 1)318 hp | 187 hp/t 139 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d265 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 300d (Stage 3)411 hp | 943 km 586 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 2)358 hp | 943 km 586 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 1)318 hp | 943 km 586 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d265 hp | 943 km 586 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 300d (Stage 3)411 hp | 411 hp 306 kW | 4.3 s | 328 km/h 204 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 2)358 hp | 358 hp 267 kW | 4.7 s | 312 km/h 194 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 1)318 hp | 318 hp 237 kW | 5.1 s | 300 km/h 186 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d265 hp | 265 hp 198 kW | 5.7 s | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 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 300d (Stage 3)411 hp |
| 5.3 L/100 km 44.4 mpg US 53.3 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 2)358 hp |
| 5.3 L/100 km 44.4 mpg US 53.3 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 1)318 hp |
| 5.3 L/100 km 44.4 mpg US 53.3 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d265 hp |
| 5.3 L/100 km 44.4 mpg US 53.3 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d (Stage 3) 411 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 300d (Stage 3)411 hp | 5.3 L/100 km 44.4 mpg US 53.3 mpg UK | 4.3 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 2)358 hp | 5.3 L/100 km 44.4 mpg US 53.3 mpg UK | 4.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 1)318 hp | 5.3 L/100 km 44.4 mpg US 53.3 mpg UK | 5.1 s |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d265 hp | 5.3 L/100 km 44.4 mpg US 53.3 mpg UK | 5.7 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 300d (Stage 3)411 hp | 242 hp/t 180 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp | 5.3 L/100 km 44.4 mpg US 53.3 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 2)358 hp | 210 hp/t 157 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 5.3 L/100 km 44.4 mpg US 53.3 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 1)318 hp | 187 hp/t 139 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 5.3 L/100 km 44.4 mpg US 53.3 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d265 hp | 156 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 5.3 L/100 km 44.4 mpg US 53.3 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 3)411 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 2)358 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d (Stage 1)318 hp | Mercedes-BenzC-class (W206)C 300d265 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 411 hp 306 kW | 358 hp 267 kW | 318 hp 237 kW | 265 hp 198 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 880 Nm 649 lb-ft | 770 Nm 568 lb-ft | 688 Nm 507 lb-ft | 550 Nm 406 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.3 s | 4.7 s | 5.1 s | 5.7 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 328 km/h 204 mph | 312 km/h 194 mph | 300 km/h 186 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,700 kg 3,748 lb | 1,700 kg 3,748 lb | 1,700 kg 3,748 lb | 1,700 kg 3,748 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.3 L/100 km 44.4 mpg US 53.3 mpg UK | 5.3 L/100 km 44.4 mpg US 53.3 mpg UK | 5.3 L/100 km 44.4 mpg US 53.3 mpg UK | 5.3 L/100 km 44.4 mpg US 53.3 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 943 km 586 mi | 943 km 586 mi | 943 km 586 mi | 943 km 586 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 | 242 hp/t 180 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp | 210 hp/t 157 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 187 hp/t 139 kW/t 5.3 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 300d (Stage 3) 411 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d (Stage 2) 358 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d (Stage 1) 318 hp | Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d 265 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.3 L/100 km44.4 mpg US53.3 mpg UK | 5.3 L/100 km44.4 mpg US53.3 mpg UK | 5.3 L/100 km44.4 mpg US53.3 mpg UK | 5.3 L/100 km44.4 mpg US53.3 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 9.28 LC100 km | 9.28 LC100 km | 9.28 LC100 km | 9.28 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 14.93 LC100 mi | 14.93 LC100 mi | 14.93 LC100 mi | 14.93 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 795 L210 US gal175 UK gal | 795 L210 US gal175 UK gal | 795 L210 US gal175 UK gal | 795 L210 US gal175 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,391 LC/year | 1,391 LC/year | 1,391 LC/year | 1,391 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz C-class (W206) C 300d (Stage 3) 411 hp
- Has 53 hp more
- Has 110 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 16 km/h (10 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 300d (Stage 2) 358 hp
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