Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specs by Generation

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CarWhere lists 32 US-market Mercedes-Benz C-Class trims across 4 chassis codes, from the W203 (2001–2007) to the W206 (2022–present), with engine code, power, torque, 0–60, weight and launch MSRP. The W206 makes 255–671 hp (C 300 to AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE); quickest Mercedes-claimed 0–60 is 3.3 s.

W206 C-Class (2022–present) specs

Chassis code: W206 sedan

What changed in the W206

The fifth-generation C-Class reached US dealers in spring 2022 as a sedan-only line, with coupe and convertible duties passing to the CLE from 2024. Every US version is electrified: the C 300 pairs a 2.0-liter turbo four with a 48-volt integrated starter-generator. The AMG C 43 switched from a V6 to a four-cylinder with an electric exhaust-gas turbocharger, and the AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE became a 671-hp plug-in hybrid. A mid-cycle update shown in August 2026 had no confirmed US model year at time of writing.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class W206 (2022–present) US-market specifications by trim — 3 trims
TrimModel yearsBodyEngine codeEnginePower (hp)Torque (lb-ft)DriveTransmission0–60 mph (s)Top speed (mph)Curb weight (lb)Base MSRP (USD)
C 300ISG adds up to 20 hp / 148 lb-ft briefly. MSRP excludes $1,050 destination; 4MATIC $45,550 / 3,957 lb. MY2026 C 300 listed at $49,650.2022–presentSedanM2542.0L turbo inline-4 with 48V mild hybrid (ISG)255295RWD / AWD (4MATIC)9G-Tronic 9-speed automatic6.0 automatic1303,825$43,550
AMG C 43RSG adds a temporary 13 hp. Output raised to 416 hp for MY2025. MSRP excludes $1,150 destination.2023–presentSedanM1392.0L turbo inline-4 with electric exhaust-gas turbocharger, 48V RSG402369AWD (4MATIC)AMG Speedshift MCT 9-speed4.6 automatic—3,893$59,900
AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCEhp/torque are combined system output (engine 469 hp / 402 lb-ft; motor 201 hp / 236 lb-ft); 6.1 kWh battery. Top speed 174 mph with AMG Performance Design Package. MSRP excludes $1,150 destination. Listed as 'AMG C 63 E PERFORMANCE' in MY2025-26 pricing.2024–presentSedanM1392.0L turbo inline-4 plug-in hybrid + rear electric drive unit671752AWD (4MATIC+)AMG Speedshift MCT 9-speed3.3 automatic1554,817$83,900

Sources for the W206: Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2022 C-Class Sedan Quick Reference Guide (models, MSRP, specs) · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2023 Mercedes-AMG C-Class Sedan Quick Reference Guide · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2024 Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE Quick Reference Guide · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2027 Mercedes-Benz USA Model Line Updates (MY27 pricing) · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2022 C-Class Sedan Quick Reference Guide (PDF) · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2026 Mercedes-Benz Model Line Updates (MY26 pricing) · CarArac — C 300 2.0L turbo engine (M254 E20) overview (secondary) · Mercedes-Benz USA media — Pricing and packaging for 2023 AMG C 43 Sedan · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2025 Mercedes-Benz Model Line Updates (MY25 pricing) · Mercedes-Benz USA media — Pricing for all-new Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE

W205 C-Class (2015–2023) specs

Chassis codes: W205 sedan · C205 coupe · A205 cabriolet · facelift from the 2019 model year

What changed in the W205

The W205 sedan reached US dealers in late summer 2014 as a 2015 model, built in Tuscaloosa as well as Germany. It launched with the turbocharged 2.0-liter C300 and the twin-turbo V6 C400 4MATIC, with the new 4.0-liter biturbo AMG C63 and C63 S following. A C450 AMG (2016) became the AMG C43 for 2017, when the C205 coupe and A205 cabriolet arrived; a C350e plug-in hybrid was also sold. The 2019 facelift brought a new 255-hp engine, a 385-hp C43 and 9-speed AMG gearboxes. Sedans ended after 2021; coupes and cabriolets ran through 2023.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 (2015–2023) US-market specifications by trim — 13 trims
TrimModel yearsBodyEngine codeEnginePower (hp)Torque (lb-ft)DriveTransmission0–60 mph (s)Top speed (mph)Curb weight (lb)Base MSRP (USD)
C300MSRP excludes $925 destination (2015). Curb weight = 2017 RWD (4MATIC 3,594 lb). 9-speed replaced the 7-speed for MY2018.2015–2018SedanM2742.0L turbo inline-4241273RWD / AWD (4MATIC)7G-Tronic Plus 7-speed automatic, 9G-Tronic 9-speed automatic (2018)6.0 automatic1303,417$38,400
C300 CoupeMSRP excludes $925 destination; 4MATIC $44,650 / 3,770 lb.2017–2018CoupeM2742.0L turbo inline-4241273RWD / AWD (4MATIC)7G-Tronic 7-speed automatic5.9 automatic1303,638$42,650
C300 CabrioletMSRP excludes $925 destination; 4MATIC $52,900 / 3,957 lb.2017–2018CabrioletM2742.0L turbo inline-4241273RWD / AWD (4MATIC)9G-Tronic 9-speed automatic6.3 automatic1303,836$50,900
C 300Sedan 2019-2021; coupe and cabriolet 2019-2023. MSRP = 2019 RWD sedan, excludes $995 destination (2020 coupe $45,950, cabriolet $53,950). Curb weight = 2020 RWD sedan.2019–2023Sedan, Coupe, CabrioletM2642.0L turbo inline-4255273RWD / AWD (4MATIC)9G-Tronic 9-speed automatic5.7 automatic1303,869$41,400
C350ehp/torque are combined system figures (gas 208 hp / 258 lb-ft; electric 80 hp / 251 lb-ft). 6.2 kWh battery; 80 mph electric top speed. MSRP excludes $995 destination.2016–2018SedanM2742.0L turbo inline-4 plug-in hybrid275443RWD7G-Tronic Plus 7-speed automatic5.8 automatic1303,924$47,900 (2017)
C400 4MATICMSRP excludes $925 destination. Replaced by the C450 AMG for 2016.2015SedanM2763.0L twin-turbo V6329354AWD (4MATIC)7G-Tronic Plus 7-speed automatic———$48,590
C450 AMG 4MATICOne-year model; renamed AMG C43 for 2017. MSRP per MBUSA MY2016 price list (excludes $925 destination).2016SedanM2763.0L twin-turbo V6362384AWD (4MATIC)7G-Tronic Plus 7-speed automatic———$50,800
AMG C43MSRP = 2017 sedan, excludes $925 destination (coupe $55,500, cabriolet $60,400). Rear-biased 31:69 AMG Performance 4MATIC.2017–2018Sedan, Coupe, CabrioletM2763.0L twin-turbo V6362384AWD (4MATIC)9G-Tronic 9-speed automatic (AMG-enhanced)4.6 automatic1303,759$52,000
AMG C 43Sedan 2019-2021; coupe/cabriolet through 2023. Top speed 155 mph with optional 19-inch wheels. Curb weight = 2020 sedan (est.). MSRP excludes $995 destination.2019–2023Sedan, Coupe, CabrioletM2763.0L twin-turbo V6385384AWD (4MATIC)AMG Speedshift TCT 9-speed4.5 automatic1303,825$55,250
AMG C63Coupe and cabriolet from MY2017 (coupe $67,000, cabriolet $72,850). 2015 MSRP per US-market listing; MBUSA lists MY2016 sedan at $65,250 (excl. $925 destination).2015–2018Sedan, Coupe, CabrioletM1774.0L twin-turbo V8469479RWDAMG Speedshift MCT 7-speed4.0 automatic1553,924$63,900
AMG C63 STop speed electronically limited (cabriolet 174 mph per 2017 QRG). Coupe $75,000 / cabriolet $80,850 (2017). MBUSA lists MY2016 sedan at $73,250.2015–2018Sedan, Coupe, CabrioletM1774.0L twin-turbo V8503516RWDAMG Speedshift MCT 7-speed3.9 automatic1803,935$71,900
AMG C 63MSRP = 2019 sedan, excludes $995 destination (2020 coupe $69,900, cabriolet $77,300). Curb weight = 2020 sedan (est.).2019–2021Sedan, Coupe, CabrioletM1774.0L twin-turbo V8469479RWDAMG Speedshift MCT 9-speed3.9 automatic1553,874$67,000
AMG C 63 SSedan through 2021; coupe/cabriolet through MY2023. Curb weight = 2020 sedan (est.). MSRP excludes $995 destination.2019–2023Sedan, Coupe, CabrioletM1774.0L twin-turbo V8503516RWDAMG Speedshift MCT 9-speed3.8 automatic1803,900$74,600

Sources for the W205: Wikipedia — Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W205) (secondary) · Mercedes-Benz USA press release via PR Newswire — Pricing on 2015 C-Class and GLA (July 29, 2014) · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2018 C-Class Sedan Quick Reference Guide · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2021 C-Class Sedan Quick Reference Guide · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2023 Mercedes-Benz Model Line Updates (MY23 pricing overview) · Government Fleet — Mercedes-Benz debuts all-new 2015 C-Class models (MBUSA fleet specs) · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2017 C300 Sedan and C300 4MATIC Sedan Specifications · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2017 C-Class Coupe Quick Reference Guide · Mercedes-Benz USA media — Model Year 2016-2017 Suggested Retail Prices · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2017 C-Class Cabriolet Quick Reference Guide · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2019 C 300 and C 300 4MATIC Sedan Specifications · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2020 C 300 and C 300 4MATIC Sedan Specifications · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2020 C-Class Coupe Quick Reference Guide · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2020 C-Class Cabriolet Quick Reference Guide · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2017 C350e Sedan Specifications · Velocity Journal — 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan configurations (US) · Autoblog — 2016 Mercedes-Benz C450 AMG Sport first drive · Digital Trends — 2016 Mercedes-Benz C450 AMG 4Matic first drive · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2017 Mercedes-AMG C43 Sedan Specifications · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2019 Mercedes-AMG C 43 Sedan Specifications · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2020 Mercedes-AMG C 43 Sedan Specifications (PDF) · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2017 Mercedes-AMG C63 / C63 S Sedan Specifications · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2019 Mercedes-AMG C 63 and C 63 S Sedan Specifications · Mercedes-Benz USA media — 2020 Mercedes-AMG C 63 and C 63 S Sedan Specifications

W204 C-Class (2008–2015) specs

Chassis codes: W204 sedan · C204 coupe · facelift from the 2012 model year

What changed in the W204

The W204 launched in the US for 2008 as a V6-only sedan in Sport and Luxury forms (C300 and C350), with the 6.2-liter C63 AMG arriving as the performance flagship. No wagon was sold here. For 2012 a substantial refresh brought a new interior, a turbocharged 1.8-liter C250, the direct-injected M276 V6 for the C350, and a two-door C204 coupe, which outlived the sedan by one model year (through 2015). Limited AMG specials included the C63 Black Series coupe and the Edition 507.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class W204 (2008–2015) US-market specifications by trim — 8 trims
TrimModel yearsBodyEngine codeEnginePower (hp)Torque (lb-ft)DriveTransmission0–60 mph (s)Top speed (mph)Curb weight (lb)Base MSRP (USD)
C300MSRP derived from MBUSA's $31,975 C300 Sport price, which included $775 destination. Manual offered on RWD Sport only; by 2012 the C300 was sold as 4MATIC only. Curb weight = 2008 manual Sport.2008–2012SedanM2723.0L V6228221RWD / AWD (4MATIC)6-speed manual, 7G-Tronic 7-speed automatic——3,527$31,200
C300 4MATICEngine source conflict: Wikipedia describes a detuned 3.5L M276; Velocity Journal lists a 3.0L V6. Displacement and code left blank.2013–2014Sedan—V6 (248 hp; see notes)248251AWD (4MATIC)7G-Tronic Plus 7-speed automatic———$39,400 (2014)
C350Sold as C350 Sport, RWD only. MSRP derived from MBUSA's $37,275 price including $775 destination.2008–2011SedanM2723.5L V6268258RWD7G-Tronic 7-speed automatic———$36,500
C350Sedan through MY2014, coupe through MY2015; 4MATIC offered on the coupe (2014-2015). MSRP = 2012 sedan.2012–2015Sedan, CoupeM2763.5L V6302273RWD / AWD (4MATIC)7G-Tronic Plus 7-speed automatic——3,615$40,575
C250Sedan through MY2014, coupe through MY2015 (2012 coupe from $37,220). MSRP = 2012 C250 Sport sedan.2012–2015Sedan, CoupeM2711.8L turbo inline-4201229RWD7G-Tronic Plus 7-speed automatic——3,319$34,800
C63 AMGSedan 2008-2014, coupe 2012-2015 (2012 coupe from $61,430). Development/Performance Package raised output to roughly 481 hp per Wikipedia. Curb weight = 2012 sedan.2008–2015Sedan, CoupeM1566.2L V8451443RWDAMG Speedshift 7G-Tronic 7-speed automatic (2008-2011), AMG Speedshift MCT 7-speed (2012-)——3,649$53,800
C63 AMG Coupe Black SeriesLimited-volume US model. MSRP per The Drive; Edmunds says the Black Series added $43,570 over the base C63 coupe, consistent with ~$105,000.2012CoupeM1566.2L V8510457RWDAMG Speedshift MCT 7-speed4.0† automatic——$105,000
C63 AMG Edition 507Special edition; 2014 sedan $70,000, coupe $72,500; coupe continued for 2015 ($72,750).2014–2015Sedan, CoupeM1566.2L V8507—RWDAMG Speedshift MCT 7-speed———$70,000

Sources for the W204: Wikipedia — Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W204) (secondary) · The Auto Channel — MBUSA release: New Mercedes-Benz C-Class to start at $31,975 (June 2007) · Velocity Journal — 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan configurations (US) · Velocity Journal — 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class coupe configurations (US) · Velocity Journal — 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan configurations (US) · Velocity Journal — 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan specifications (US) · Velocity Journal — 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan configurations (US) · Velocity Journal — 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan specifications (US) · Velocity Journal — 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class coupe configurations (US) · Velocity Journal — 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class coupe configurations (US) · The Drive — 2012 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Black Series review · Edmunds — 2012 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe Black Series track test

W203 C-Class (2001–2007) specs

Chassis codes: W203 sedan · S203 wagon · CL203 coupe · facelift from the 2005 model year

What changed in the W203

The W203 arrived in the US for 2001 as a sedan with V6 power, then grew into a three-body family: a wagon and a hatchback Sports Coupe followed for 2002. Early cars used the M112 V6 in C240 and C320 form, with a supercharged four in the C230 Kompressor and the supercharged C32 AMG as the hot model. The 2005 refresh brought a new cabin and the V8 C55 AMG; for 2006 the M272 V6 family replaced the older engines under C230, C280 and C350 badges. The wagon and Sports Coupe left the US after 2005.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class W203 (2001–2007) US-market specifications by trim — 8 trims
TrimModel yearsBodyEngine codeEnginePower (hp)Torque (lb-ft)DriveTransmission0–60 mph (s)Top speed (mph)Curb weight (lb)Base MSRP (USD)
C240US rating 168 hp per US-market listings; 4MATIC versions used the 5-speed automatic only.2001–2005Sedan, WagonM1122.6L V6168177RWD / AWD (4MATIC)6-speed manual, 5G-Tronic 5-speed automatic————
C320Sport Coupe versions offered in the US through MY2005. Torque per 2001 US description; Wikipedia lists 229 lb-ft (see gaps).2001–2005Sedan, Wagon, CoupeM1123.2L V6215221RWD / AWD (4MATIC)6-speed manual, 5G-Tronic 5-speed automatic————
C230 KompressorSold mainly as the Sports Coupe; a C230 Kompressor Sport sedan appears in 2005 US listings. The 2002 Sports Coupe used the earlier 2.3L M111 supercharged four (not covered here).2003–2005Coupe, SedanM2711.8L supercharged inline-4189192RWD6-speed manual, 5G-Tronic 5-speed automatic————
C32 AMGSupercharged and intercooled V6 shared with the SLK32 AMG.2002–2004SedanM1123.2L supercharged V6349332RWD5G-Tronic 5-speed automatic (AMG Speedshift)————
C55 AMGReplaced the C32 AMG for 2005. Naturally aspirated V8.2005–2006SedanM1135.4L V8362376RWD5G-Tronic 5-speed automatic (AMG Speedshift)————
C230Post-2006 C230 Sport used a V6, unlike the earlier supercharged-four C230 Kompressor.2006–2007SedanM2722.5L V6201181RWD6-speed manual, 7G-Tronic 7-speed automatic————
C2804MATIC versions paired with the 5-speed automatic.2006–2007SedanM2723.0L V6228221RWD / AWD (4MATIC)7G-Tronic 7-speed automatic, 5G-Tronic 5-speed automatic (4MATIC)————
C350Offered as Sport (RWD, manual or 7-speed) and 4MATIC (5-speed automatic).2006–2007SedanM2723.5L V6268258RWD / AWD (4MATIC)6-speed manual, 7G-Tronic 7-speed automatic, 5G-Tronic 5-speed automatic (4MATIC)————

Sources for the W203: Wikipedia — Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W203) (secondary) · Velocity Journal — 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan (US) · Velocity Journal — 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan configurations (US) · Velocity Journal — 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan configurations (US) · Velocity Journal — 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class wagon configurations (US) · Velocity Journal — 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sport Coupe configurations (US) · Velocity Journal — 2002 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan (US; C32 AMG) · Velocity Journal — 2007 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan configurations (US)

0–60 mph figures are Mercedes-Benz-claimed unless marked † (instrumented magazine test). "—" means we could not confirm the figure from a source. MSRP is US base price at launch, excluding destination. Many Mercedes models are electronically limited (often 130 or 155 mph, higher with AMG Driver's Package); see trim notes.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the Mercedes-Benz C-Class generations and chassis codes?

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class has been sold in the US in 4 generations, each known by its chassis code: W203 (2001–2007), W204 (2008–2015), W205 (2015–2023), W206 (2022–present).

How much horsepower does the W206 C 300 have?

The W206 C 300 (2022–present) makes 255 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque from its 2.0L turbo inline-4 with 48V mild hybrid (ISG) (M254), with a Mercedes-claimed 0–60 mph time of 6.0 seconds (automatic) and a 130 mph top speed.

How much horsepower does the W205 AMG C63 S have?

The W205 AMG C63 S (2015–2018) makes 503 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque from its 4.0L twin-turbo V8 (M177), with a Mercedes-claimed 0–60 mph time of 3.9 seconds (automatic) and a 180 mph top speed.

What is the most powerful and quickest Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

The most powerful C-Class listed here is the W206 AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE at 671 hp. The quickest 0–60 mph figure is 3.3 seconds for the W206 AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE (Mercedes-claimed, automatic).

What changed in the W206 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

The fifth-generation C-Class reached US dealers in spring 2022 as a sedan-only line, with coupe and convertible duties passing to the CLE from 2024. Every US version is electrified: the C 300 pairs a 2.0-liter turbo four with a 48-volt integrated starter-generator. The AMG C 43 switched from a V6 to a four-cylinder with an electric exhaust-gas turbocharger, and the AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE became a 671-hp plug-in hybrid. A mid-cycle update shown in August 2026 had no confirmed US model year at time of writing.

How can I see how a specific Mercedes-Benz C-Class was optioned from the factory?

Spec tables show what each trim offered; the options on an individual car are recorded on its data card, tied to the VIN. The Mercedes-Benz data card, decoded from the VIN, lists the factory option codes, original paint and upholstery as the car was built.

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