Mercedes-Benz C 300 performance summary
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz C 300 makes 258 hp and 400 Nm of torque. It runs 0-100 km/h in 6.0s, about 5.6s from 0-60 mph, and reaches a listed top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h). In the Carspeed quarter-mile simulation, it covers 402 m in 13.95s.
On Carspeed's data it is relaxed — quicker off the line than 58% of the cars in our database, with more power than 46% of them and a higher top speed than 68%. That works out to roughly 240 per horsepower at list price.
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How the Mercedes-Benz C 300 ranks against 1,472 cars
Mercedes-Benz C 300 vs its closest rivals
| Car | HP | 0–100 | Top speed | 1/4 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz C 300 | 258 | 6.0s | 250 km/h | 13.95s |
| BMW 330i xDrive | 255 | 6.0s | 250 km/h | 13.95s |
| BMW 430i xDrive Coupe | 255 | 6.0s | 250 km/h | 13.95s |
| Audi A5 Avant quattro | 268 | 6.0s | 250 km/h | 13.95s |
| Peugeot 308 GTI | 270 | 6.0s | 250 km/h | 13.95s |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 | 255 | 6.1s | 250 km/h | 14.05s |
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Mercedes-Benz C 300 FAQ
What is the Mercedes-Benz C 300 0-60 mph time?
The Mercedes-Benz C 300 does 0-60 mph in about 5.6s, based on its 6.0s 0-100 km/h figure.
What is the top speed of the Mercedes-Benz C 300?
The listed top speed is 155 mph, or 250 km/h.
How much horsepower does the Mercedes-Benz C 300 have?
The Mercedes-Benz C 300 is listed at 258 hp with 400 Nm of torque.
What is the Mercedes-Benz C 300 quarter-mile time?
Carspeed estimates the Mercedes-Benz C 300 quarter-mile at 13.95s over 402 m using its published performance data.
What cars are similar to the Mercedes-Benz C 300?
Similar performance rivals include BMW 330i xDrive, BMW 430i xDrive Coupe, Audi A5 Avant quattro.