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Mercedes-Benz C-Class: W205 vs W206

Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205

Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205

Mercedes-Benz C-Class W206

Mercedes-Benz C-Class W206

Verdict

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class W206 is the stronger new-generation C-Class: 201 hp and 300 Nm cut 0-100 km/h to 7.3 seconds, against the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205’s 156 hp, 250 Nm and 8.5 seconds. It also stretches to 4,751 mm with a 2,865 mm wheelbase, so it reads like the bigger, quicker car. But the W205 costs RM215,957 versus RM292,888, keeps a larger 480-litre boot and a 66-litre tank, and matches the W206 on seven airbags, AEB and RM90 road tax.

W205

Pick the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 if you want the cheaper C-Class, can live with 156 hp and 8.5 seconds to 100 km/h, and value its 480-litre boot and 66-litre tank.

W206

Pick the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W206 if you want the quicker new-generation car, with 201 hp, 300 Nm, a 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time and the longer 2,865 mm wheelbase.

Key differences

  • Price: Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 RM215,957; Mercedes-Benz C-Class W206 RM292,888
  • Output: Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 156 hp/250 Nm; Mercedes-Benz C-Class W206 201 hp/300 Nm
  • Performance: Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 0-100 km/h in 8.5 s and 223 km/h; Mercedes-Benz C-Class W206 7.3 s and 246 km/h
  • Size: Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 4,686 mm long, 1,810 mm wide, 1,442 mm tall; Mercedes-Benz C-Class W206 4,751 mm, 2,033 mm, 1,438 mm
  • Wheelbase and boot: Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 2,840 mm/480 L; Mercedes-Benz C-Class W206 2,865 mm/455 L
  • Tank and hybrid hardware: Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 66 L tank with no battery; Mercedes-Benz C-Class W206 50 L tank with a 1.0 kWh battery
Price & overview
PriceRM 215,957RM 292,888
Body typeSedanSedan
SegmentCompact ExecutiveCompact Executive
Seats55
AssemblyCKDCKD
Powertrain
FuelPetrolPetrol Hybrid/REV
Engine1,595 cc1,496 cc
Power156 hp201 hp
Torque250 Nm300 Nm
TransmissionConventional AutomaticConventional Automatic
Driven wheelsRear Wheel DriveRear Wheel Drive
Performance
0–100 km/h8.5 s7.3 s
Top speed223 km/h246 km/h
Efficiency
Fuel economy5.4 L/100km
Battery1.0 kWh
EV range0 km
CO₂126 g/km
Dimensions
Length4,686 mm4,751 mm
Width1,810 mm2,033 mm
Height1,442 mm1,438 mm
Wheelbase2,840 mm2,865 mm
Boot space480 L455 L
Fuel tank66 L50 L
Safety
Airbags77
Auto emergency brakingYesYes
Ownership
Warranty22
Road tax / yearRM 90RM 90

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.

W205

  • Much lower purchase price
  • Larger 480-litre boot
  • Bigger 66-litre fuel tank
  • Down 45 hp and 50 Nm
  • Slower 8.5-second 0-100 km/h time
  • Shorter 2,840 mm wheelbase

W206

  • Stronger 201 hp and 300 Nm output
  • Quicker 7.3-second 0-100 km/h time
  • Longer 2,865 mm wheelbase
  • Costs RM76,931 more
  • Smaller 455-litre boot
  • Smaller 50-litre fuel tank

W205 vs W206 FAQ

Is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 or Mercedes-Benz C-Class W206 better?

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class W206 is better on performance and size, with 201 hp, 300 Nm and a 2,865 mm wheelbase. The W205 is better on cost, boot space and fuel tank size.

What is the price difference?

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class W206 costs RM76,931 more: RM292,888 against RM215,957 for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205.

Which one is faster?

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class W206 is faster, doing 0-100 km/h in 7.3 seconds with a 246 km/h top speed. The W205 takes 8.5 seconds and tops out at 223 km/h.

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