Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class

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

SpecMercedes-Benz C-ClassMercedes-Benz S-Class
Horsepower (max)671 hp791 hp
0-60 mph (fastest)3.2 s3.1 s
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.4 s3.3 s
Top speed174 mph (280 km/h)180 mph (290 km/h)
Body styleCompact executive sedanFull-size luxury sedan
GenerationW206 / MB.EAW223 / V223
Production2021 – present2020 – present
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