How fast is the 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan?

2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan Engine Options

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is one of Mercedes-Benz’s most popular, best-selling models thanks to its sleek styling, premium luxury, and irresistible affordability. Here at Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale, we have a wide selection of C-Class models to choose from. We put together a quick overview of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan engine options to highlight the sedan’s performance specs.

[ READ MORE: Fuel Economy Comparison – 2017 C-Class vs E-Class vs S-Class ]

C 300

The base model of the 2017 C-Class lineup sports a 2.0L inline-4 turbo engine. The C300 delivers 241 horsepower at @5,500 rpm and 273 lb-ft torque @1,300-4,00 rpm, and accelerates from 0-60 mph in 6 seconds flat. The base model AWD configuration, C300 4MATIC, features the same engine and performance specs.

C 350e Plug-in Hybrid

The hybrid model of the 2017 C-Class lineup sports the same 2.0L inline-4 turbo engine but adds a 60kW Electric Motor to the powertrain for improved fuel economy and a luxurious eco-friendly driving experience. The C350e Plug-in Hybrid delivers an impressive 275 combined horsepower and 443 lb-ft combined torque, and accelerates from 0-60 mph in 5.8 seconds.

AMG C 43

The first performance-orientated AMG model of the 2017 C-Class lineup sports an AMG-enhanced 3.0L V6 biturbo engine. The AMG C43 delivers a thrilling 362 horsepower @5,500-6,000 rpm and 384 lb-ft torque @2,00-4,200 rpm, and accelerates from 0-60 mph in 4.6 seconds.

AMG C 63

The second performance-orientated AMG model of the 2017 C-Class lineup sports a handcrafted AMG 4.0L V8 biturbo engine. The AMG C3 delivers an exhilarating 469 horsepower @5,500-6,250 rpm and 479 lb-ft torque @1,750-4,500 rpm, and accelerates from 0-60 mph in 4 seconds flat.

AMG C 63 S

The third and most powerful performance-orientated AMG model of the 2017 C-Class lineup features the same handcrafted AMG 4.0L V8 biturbo engine, but performance-enhancing features grant the AMG C63 S extra power. The AMG C63 S delivers a heart-pounding 503 horsepower @5,500-6,250 rpm and 516 lb-ft torque @1,750-4,500 rpm, and accelerates from 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds.


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