The junior S-Class sedan gets its strength from the turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder engine. It sends 255 horsepower, and 295 pound-feet of torque. Paired with nine-speed automatic transmission, it runs on rear wheels costing much to upgrade for the 4MATIC or AWD architecture. The sedan jumps a 0-60 mark in 5.8 seconds, whereas with power on all wheels it conforms the same crime in 5.3 seconds. Barely there would any hater who would not appreciate the driving of C-Class. Buttery transmission shifts effortlessly, adding a more premium feel to the car. Steering sometimes behaves abstractly, but things get better over course of time. Cruising it in and around the city is something one would do regularly. Taking it on the highways is also a fun activity, it raves well, but does not leave that utmost pleasing experience Mercedes is known for. Accelerating from a casual speed takes a few seconds and one can compensate for it. The first gear ratio is 5.35:1 which is a bit behind some rivals. It goes up to 1.64:1 till the fourth gear and falls on the eighth gear at 0.72:1. It takes 4.80 seconds to get back to reverse.
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Models
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2023 Mercedes-Benz C300
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2023 Genesis G70
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2023 BMW 3 Series
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2023 Audi A4
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MSRP
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$ 45,900
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$ 40,245
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$ 43,295
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$ 40,995
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Engine
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2.0L Turbo I4
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2.0L Turbo I4
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2.0L Turbo I4
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2.0L Turbo I4
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Drivetrain
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RWD
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RWD
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RWD
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AWD
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Transmission
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9-speed automatic
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8-speed automatic
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8-speed automatic
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7-speed dual-clutch automatic
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm)
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255 hp @ 5800 rpm
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252 hp @ 6200 rpm
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255 hp @ 5000 rpm
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201 hp @ 4200 rpm
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Torque (lb-ft @ rpm)
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295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
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260 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm
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295 lb-ft @ 1550 rpm
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236 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm
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0-60 (seconds)
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5.8 seconds
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6.2 seconds
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5.6 seconds
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5.3 seconds
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Quarter-mile (seconds)
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14 seconds
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16 seconds
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13.9 seconds
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13.5 seconds
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Top speed
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129 mph
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145 mph
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156 mph
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126 mph
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Genesis is known as their best value offering, and here too it is the most affordable luxury sedan under $45k. Audi A4 is the fastest sedan that brings the lowest power and torque outputs. There are some brothers of it bringing power equivalent to rivals. The 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class price sends it as the most expensive mid-size sedan one can think to buy. BMW 3 series provides the highest top speed still it does not cope-up well with the rivals on the table. Mercedes C300 top speed jumps of the Audi A4. Genesis shows the least desperate attitude as it takes the highest time to catch velocity.
2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Ride and Handling
The ride quality of the C-Class does not compromise solace and adaptability. Highly comfortable leather seats even on basic trim send a message that the manufacturer has worked on delivering quantum satisfaction when steering the vehicle. The suspension system is fluid on the speed bumps. Strut suspensions on the front wheels are lighter in weight and help improve the overall ride and handling capabilities of the vehicle. Multi-link rear suspensions allow for higher lateral stiffness and desire to change. It helps in better braking. Even for a long car, it handles curvy lanes with full respect and devotion. The body roll feels less than many of its classmates. While turning, it draws attention when it brings a diameter of 36.3 ft. The C300 offers five drive modes. Comfort is the daily driving algorithm that insulates optimum relaxedness. The individual mode gives controls to drivers’ hands to propagate the driving communication according to their wishes. Eco mode guides you to save fuel, by telling engines to work slowly and enables the car to use the least power to run. Sport brings the sprinting spirit of the C-Class by doing transmission shifts, and engine response more direct. Sport+ exaggerates the usual sport mode by sharpening steering response, throttle behavior, and torque generation. Standard 18-inch wheels flex with tires of P225/45HR18 on the front and P245/40R18 on the rear.
2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Braking System
A nice braking system is the identity of AMG line models, but the C300 is also good at stopping appropriately fast. Brake pedals are on the mild side ensuring an appraising braking experience. An anti-lock braking system on all wheels limits the wheels from locking under critical or harsh braking situations. Standard forward collision mitigation notifies of a forthcoming crash. Whenever a driver is incapacitated, emergency stop assist automatically switches on the hazard lights, summons assistance, and stops the vehicle
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Models
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2023 Mercedes-Benz C300
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2023 Genesis G70
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2023 BMW 3 Series
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2023 Audi A4
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Brake rotors(front)(in)
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13 inches
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12.6 inches
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NA
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12.4 inches
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Brake Rotors(back) (in)
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11.8 inches
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12.4 inches
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NA
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11.8 inches
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Curb weight(lbs)
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3825 lbs.
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3688 lbs.
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3582 lbs.
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3638 lbs.
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70-0 (- ft.)
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154 ft.
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N/A
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N/A
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149 ft.
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The amount of luxury C-Class carries, a glimpse at the curb weight. It is the heaviest mid-size Mercedes sedan., and also in comparison. BMW 3 Series is the sedan with the lowest weight. Genesis G70 curb weight and Audi A4 curb weight are on the same page. On the front wheel, C300 covers the largest brake calipers, while on the rear Genesis is entitled to the same. Brake calipers are quite powerful on Audi which enables it to stop faster despite low sizes. The brake calipers and braking distances of BMW are not given. Taking to its great transformation for the year, an educated guess is bringing the rotors of relative size. Shaking hands with its lowest curb weight in the segment, it stops the fastest.
