Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class

How does the Mercedes-Benz C-Class stack up against the Mercedes-Benz E-Class? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

SpecMercedes-Benz C-ClassMercedes-Benz E-Class
Horsepower (max)671 hp612 hp
0-60 mph (fastest)3.2 s3.6 s
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.4 s3.8 s
Top speed174 mph (280 km/h)174 mph (280 km/h)
Body styleCompact executive sedanMid-size sedan / wagon
GenerationW206 / MB.EAW214
Production2021 – present2024 – present
Mercedes-Benz C-Class specs →Mercedes-Benz E-Class specs →