Mercedes-Benz C 300 d performance summary
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz C 300 d makes 269 hp and 550 Nm of torque. It runs 0-100 km/h in 5.7s, about 5.4s 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 13.67s.
On Carspeed's data it is brisk — quicker off the line than 63% of the cars in our database, with more power than 48% of them and a higher top speed than 68%. That works out to roughly 238 per horsepower at list price.
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How the Mercedes-Benz C 300 d ranks against 1,472 cars
Mercedes-Benz C 300 d vs its closest rivals
| Car | HP | 0–100 | Top speed | 1/4 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz C 300 d | 269 | 5.7s | 250 km/h | 13.67s |
| Ford Focus ST | 280 | 5.7s | 250 km/h | 13.67s |
| Audi A5 Sedan quattro | 268 | 5.8s | 250 km/h | 13.77s |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class E 350 | 255 | 5.7s | 250 km/h | 13.67s |
| Nissan Skyline GT-R R34 | 276 | 5.6s | 250 km/h | 13.57s |
| Acura TLX PMC Edition | 290 | 5.7s | 250 km/h | 13.67s |
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Mercedes-Benz C 300 d FAQ
What is the Mercedes-Benz C 300 d 0-60 mph time?
The Mercedes-Benz C 300 d does 0-60 mph in about 5.4s, based on its 5.7s 0-100 km/h figure.
What is the top speed of the Mercedes-Benz C 300 d?
The listed top speed is 155 mph, or 250 km/h.
How much horsepower does the Mercedes-Benz C 300 d have?
The Mercedes-Benz C 300 d is listed at 269 hp with 550 Nm of torque.
What is the Mercedes-Benz C 300 d quarter-mile time?
Carspeed estimates the Mercedes-Benz C 300 d quarter-mile at 13.67s over 402 m using its published performance data.
What cars are similar to the Mercedes-Benz C 300 d?
Similar performance rivals include Ford Focus ST, Audi A5 Sedan quattro, Mercedes-Benz E-Class E 350.