2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Performance

The 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class design makes it a head-turner on Princeton and Hamilton streets, but this sedan is about far more than its good looks. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class engine is the stuff Mercedes-Benz legends are made of, offering tremendous performance and power under nearly all driving conditions. Even the Mercedes-Benz C-Class mpg rating is likely to surprise you with its balance of power and efficiency. See the 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class specs with Mercedes-Benz of Princeton. Impressed? Then, check our new Mercedes–Benz offers for special pricing on the C-Class and your other favorite models. 

2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Engine Specs

Depending on which Mercedes-Benz C-Class model you choose, your C-Class will be powered by one of the following Mercedes-Benz C-Class engines. At a minimum, you can expect 255 hp and acceleration capable of 0-60 mph in six seconds on the C 300. However, this is boosted to an impressive 671 hp and a blistering 0-60 mph acceleration time of 3.3 seconds with the AMG® C 63 S E PERFORMANCE, thanks to its handcrafted and electrically-assisted turbocharged engine.

With performance like that, the drive to your Mercer County destination is likely to be over before you can start to enjoy the luxury interior!

2.0L Inline-4 turbo with mild hybrid drive

• Available on: C 300, C 300 4MATIC®® 
• 255 hp @ 5,800 rpm
• 295 lb-ft of torque @ 2,000 – 3,200 rpm
• Automatic Transmission, RWD (C 300)
• 9G-TRONIC nine-speed automatic transmission, 4MATIC®® AWD (C 300 4MATIC®®)
• 0-60 mph in 6.0 seconds

Handcrafted AMG® 2.0L inline-4 turbo with hybrid assist and electric exhaust-gas turbocharger

• Available on: AMG® C 43 4MATIC®®
• 402 hp @ 6,750 rpm
• 369 lb-ft of torque @ 5,000 rpm
• AMG® SPEEDSHIFT®® MCT nine-speed automatic transmission, AMG® Performance 4MATIC®® AWD
• 0-60 mph in 4.6 seconds

Engine Handcrafted AMG® 2.0L inline-4 turbo w/electric exhaust-gas turbocharger and rear 150kW permanently synchronous electric motor

• Available on: AMG® C 63 S E PERFORMANCE 
• 671 hp @ 6,750 rpm
• 752 lb-ft of torque @ 5,000-5,500 rpm
• AMG® SPEEDSHIFT®® MCT 9-speed automatic transmission, AMG® Performance 4MATIC®+® AWD
• 0-60 mph in 3.3 seconds

2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class MPG Rating

Despite its stellar performance, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class engines are also reasonably fuel-efficient. So in addition to luxury and performance, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class mpg rating will also save you some money at the pump and its 17.4-gallon fuel tank will let you experience performance while minimizing the hassle of fuel stops. 

2.0L Inline-4 turbo with mild hybrid drive

• Available on: C 300, C 300 4MATIC®® 
• Fuel capacity: 17.4 gallons
• Fuel requirement: Premium unleaded gasoline
• 26 city / 36 highway mpg (C 300)*
• 23 city / 33 highway mpg (C 300 4MATIC®®)*

Handcrafted AMG® 2.0L inline-4 turbo with hybrid assist and electric exhaust-gas turbocharger

• Available on: AMG® C 43 4MATIC®®
• Fuel capacity: 17.4 gallons
• Fuel requirement: Premium unleaded gasoline
• Fuel economy: 20 City / 28 Highway mpg*

Engine Handcrafted AMG® 2.0L inline-4 turbo w/electric exhaust-gas turbocharger and rear 150kW permanently synchronous electric motor

• Available on: AMG® C 63 S E PERFORMANCE 
• Fuel capacity: 17.4 gallons
• Fuel requirement: Premium unleaded gasoline
• Fuel economy: 41 city / 39 highway mpge*
• AC charging speed: TBA
• AC charging time: TBA
• AC charging connector type: J1772
• DC charging speed: TBA
• DC charging time (10-80%): TBA
• DC charging connector type: Combined charging system (CCS) 
• EPA-estimated electric range: TBA

Overall, the C-Class is a reasonably fuel-efficient performance vehicle up and down the lineup, with the high-performance AMG® C 63 S E PERFORMANCE doing the best thanks to its hybrid powertrain. However, Mercedes-Benz has yet to release charging times, speeds, and the all-electric range that the AMG® C 63 S E PERFORMANCE is capable of, so stay tuned for updates from Mercedes-Benz of Princeton.

Don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about the 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class specs, or if you’re curious about updated mpg figures from the OEM. Our experts are always happy to assist! 

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Disclaimers:

*EPA estimated fuel economy. Compare the estimated mpg to the estimated mpg of other vehicles. You may get different mileage depending on how fast you drive, weather conditions and trip length. Your actual highway mileage will probably be less than the highway estimate.