What engines are used in the Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
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The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is equipped with three different engines: 1. A low-power version 1.5-liter turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 115kW, maximum torque of 250Nm, maximum power speed at 5700rpm, and maximum torque range between 1500-4000rpm. 2. A high-power version 1.5-liter turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 135kW, maximum torque of 280Nm, maximum power speed at 6100rpm, and maximum torque range between 3000-4000rpm. 3. A 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 190kW, maximum torque of 370Nm, maximum power speed at 6100rpm, and maximum torque range between 1800-4000rpm.
I've driven several generations of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, from the W204 to the latest W206, and the engine changes have been quite significant. The older C200 used a 1.8T M271 engine, which was later upgraded to the 2.0T M274. The current gasoline-powered C-Class mainly features the M254 four-cylinder engine with a 48V mild hybrid system. The C300 models all use this powertrain, starting at 200 horsepower, yet fuel consumption has actually decreased. For diesel enthusiasts, the C220d comes with the OM654 four-cylinder diesel engine, which has better noise control than before. The AMG versions are even more exciting, like the C63, which has switched to a 2.0T hybrid setup—despite being a four-cylinder, it can deliver nearly 500 horsepower. Mercedes engines are typically tuned for comfort, but the turbo lag can be slightly noticeable during aggressive driving, so I recommend focusing on mid-to-high-range acceleration during a test drive.
