2025 Mercedes-Benz C-Class: Specs, Key Features & Rivals

For compact luxury car shoppers, the C-Class from Mercedes-Benz is one of the options worth knowing. The main competition for the C-Class comes from TLX, A3 and A4.

Total system output255 hp
Fuel economy (combined)29 mpg
Seats5 seats

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Key Specifications

Engine & Performance

Engine & Performance: Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Powertrain	Gas (48V mild hybrid)
Engine	2.0L turbo I4
Total system output	255 hp
Torque	295 lb-ft
Transmission	9-speed automatic
Drivetrain	RWD (4MATIC AWD available)

Fuel Economy & Range

Fuel Economy & Range: Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Fuel economy (combined)EPA estimate where available	29 mpg
Fuel economy (city)	25 mpg
Fuel economy (highway)	35 mpg

Space & Practicality

Space & Practicality: Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Seats	5 seats

Off-road & Towing

Off-road & Towing: Mercedes-Benz C-Class
AWD / 4WD available	Yes

Safety & Tech

Safety & Tech: Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Basic warranty	4 yr / 50,000 mi

How It Stacks Up in the Compact Luxury Car Class

For total system output, the C-Class is a typical member of its class. Its fuel economy (combined) figure is 5.8% above what is average for its class. The C-Class’s seats lines up with the class average.

Total system output

255 hp · class avg 248 hp

Fuel economy (combined)

29 mpg · class avg 27 mpg

Seats

5 seats · class avg 5 seats

Torque

295 lb-ft · class avg 271 lb-ft

Fuel economy (city)

25 mpg · class avg 24 mpg

Fuel economy (highway)

35 mpg · class avg 33 mpg