Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205
Produced from 2014–2021, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 (W205) is catalogued here with 3 powertrains. 3 petrol, spanning 156 to 367 hp. The quickest version, the AMG C 43 4MATIC, covers 0–100 km/h in 4.7 seconds. For fuel costs, the C 180 leads the range at 37 MPG (EPA combined). Externally it measures 4686 × 1810 × 1442 mm on a 2840 mm wheelbase. Full engine, transmission, performance, economy and weight data is compared trim-by-trim below, with EPA and NHTSA sources cited at the bottom of the page.
Generation Quick Facts: The Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 was manufactured from 2014 – 2021 (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 model years) as a sedan. Across 3 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 156 to 367 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 37.0 MPG combined (C 180).
Power range
156–367 hp
Quickest 0–100
4.7 s
Best combined
37 MPG
Length
4.69 m
01Decision support
Which C-Class W205 suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
C 180
37.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 32% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest C-Class W205.
Performance · quickest
AMG C 43 4MATIC
0–100 km/h in 4.7s · 367 hp
Genuinely quick, with hot-hatch pace from a family body.
Sweet spot · balance
C 300
245 hp · 31.0 MPG
Sits mid-range for power without paying the fuel or price tax of the flagship trim. Usually the best value on the used market.
023 powertrains (3 petrol)
Full specifications
| Specification | C 180Petrol | C 300Petrol | AMG C 43 4MATICPetrol |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||
| Engine code | M274 | M274 | M276 |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 1.6L (1,595 cc) | 2.0L (1,991 cc) | 3.0L (2,996 cc) |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 | V6 |
| Power & Performance | |||
| Power | 156 hp / 116 kW | 245 hp / 183 kW | 367 hp / 274 kW |
| Torque | 250 Nm / 184 lb-ft | 370 Nm / 273 lb-ft | 520 Nm / 384 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 8.5 s | 6.0 s | 4.7 s |
| Top speed | 226 km/h (140 mph) | 250 km/h (155 mph) | 250 km/h (155 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | |||
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Gears | 9 | 9 | 9 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | |||
| City | 31 MPG (7.6 L/100km) | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100km) | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100km) |
| Highway | 44 MPG (5.3 L/100km) | 37 MPG (6.4 L/100km) | 29 MPG (8.1 L/100km) |
| Combined | 37 MPG (6.4 L/100km) | 31 MPG (7.6 L/100km) | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — | — |
| Battery | — | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | 141 g/km | 151 g/km | 186 g/km |
| Weight & Body | |||
| Curb weight | 1,480 kg (3,263 lbs) | 1,535 kg (3,384 lbs) | 1,695 kg (3,737 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Model years | 2014–2021 | 2014–2021 | 2014–2021 |
0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,686 mm
184.5 in
Width
1,810 mm
71.3 in
Height
1,442 mm
56.8 in
Wheelbase
2,840 mm
111.8 in
Curb weight spans 1,480–1,695 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
C-Class W205: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205?
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 lineup offers 3 petrol: C 180 (156 hp), C 300 (245 hp), AMG C 43 4MATIC (367 hp).
How quick is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the AMG C 43 4MATIC, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.7s, reaching a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) with the C 300.
What is the most fuel-efficient Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 trim?
The C 180 delivers the highest fuel economy at 37.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 3 powertrains, fuel economy spans 25–37 combined MPG.
What model years are included in the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205?
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 was produced from 2014 – 2021, spanning the following model years: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205?
4686 mm long, 1810 mm wide, 1442 mm tall on a 2840 mm wheelbase (184.5 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Mercedes-Benz C-ClassCertification data, 2014–2021
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Mercedes-Benz official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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