Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the W205 Facelift is the sharper-value choice at RM251,587: it is RM31,301 cheaper, 185 kg lighter, reaches 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds and carries a 480-litre boot. The W206 costs more but brings a 20-hp, 200-Nm electric motor, RM90 annual road tax, a 2,865-mm wheelbase and materially stronger active-safety hardware, including steering lane correction and cyclist detection. Choose the older car for lower entry cost and practicality; pay for the W206 if its safety kit and newer cabin matter more than boot capacity.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 Facelift if you want the lower purchase price, a 66-litre tank and a larger 480-litre boot.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W206 if you want hybrid assistance, RM90 road tax and active safety that includes steering correction and cyclist detection.
Key differences
- Price: W205 Facelift RM251,587; W206 RM292,888.
- Powertrain: W205 Facelift 1,991 cc, 204 hp and 300 Nm; W206 1,496 cc, 201 hp, 300 Nm plus a 20-hp/200-Nm motor.
- Performance: W205 Facelift 0-100 km/h in 7.1 seconds and 250 km/h; W206 7.3 seconds and 246 km/h.
- Size and mass: W205 Facelift 4,686 mm long, 2,840-mm wheelbase and 1,465 kg; W206 4,751 mm, 2,865 mm and 1,650 kg.
- Practicality: W205 Facelift has a 66-litre fuel tank and 480-litre boot; W206 has 50 litres and 455 litres.
- Safety and lighting: W205 Facelift has no lane-keeping assist and LED reflectors; W206 has steering correction and LED projectors with auto high beam.
W205 Facelift
- RM31,301 lower purchase price
- Quicker 7.1-second 0-100 km/h time
- 480-litre boot and 66-litre fuel tank
- No lane-keeping steering correction
- No pedestrian or cyclist detection within Active Brake Assist
- Smaller 2,840-mm wheelbase and less rear-seat flexibility than the W206
W206
- RM90 annual road tax
- Steering lane correction, rear cross-traffic collision prevention and active bonnet
- 11.4-inch MBUX touchscreen, voice control and powered contactless boot
- RM31,301 higher purchase price
- 185 kg heavier and 0.2 seconds slower to 100 km/h
- Smaller 455-litre boot and 50-litre fuel tank
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM251,587✓ | RM292,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM376 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,991 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 204 hp✓ | 201 hp |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8 | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 20 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 200 Nm✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9G-TRONIC | 9G-TRONIC |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.1 seconds✓ | 7.3 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 6.3 L/100 km✓ | 6.6 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 246 km/h |
| Co2 | 144 g/km✓ | 151 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,686 mm | 4,751 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,820 mm |
| Height | 1,442 mm | 1,437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,840 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Weight | 1,465 kg | 1,650 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 66 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres✓ | 455 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R18 | 225/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R18 | 245/40R18 |
| Factory Tyres | — | Pirelli Cinturato P7 Run-flat |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-Link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 18" AMG 5-spoke Light Alloy Wheels | 18" 5-spoke 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" AMG 5-spoke Light Alloy Wheels | 18" 5-spoke 2-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Sports Suspension | Agility Control Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Active Brake Assist | Yes (7 to 250 km/h), with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection (7 to 80 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Blind Spot Collision Prevention, Rear Cross Traffic Collision Prevention, Active Bonnet |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function and Adjustable Lumbar |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 4 Front USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered rear sun shade, manual rear door window shades | Powered Rear Sun Shade, Manual Rear Door Window Sun Shades |
| Audio | Audio 20 CD with Touchpad, 10.25" widescreen display with Mercedes me connect, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 11.4" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Powered Boot, with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Auto-dimming Mirrors, Qi Wireless Charger, Fingerprint Scanner |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | 2 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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W205 Facelift vs W206 FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 Facelift or Mercedes-Benz C-Class W206 better?
The W206 is better for safety technology and cabin convenience, with steering lane correction, cyclist detection, MBUX voice control and a powered contactless boot. The W205 Facelift is better for outright value, acceleration, boot space and fuel-tank capacity.
What is the price difference?
The W206 costs RM31,301 more than the W205 Facelift: RM292,888 versus RM251,587. Its annual road tax is lower at RM90, against RM376 for the W205 Facelift.
Which C-Class is more practical for long-distance use?
The W205 Facelift has the stronger luggage and fuel case, with a 480-litre boot and 66-litre tank. The W206 is 65 mm longer with a 25-mm longer wheelbase, and its rear seat folds 40:20:40 rather than 60:40.