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Mercedes-Benz C-Class, 1997–2001

Mercedes-Benz C-Class 1st generation (W202), facelift specifications

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class 1st generation (W202), facelift was built from 1997 to 2001. This page lists all 57 versions (sedan and wagon) with 74–194 hp and 135–300 Nm of torque.

74–194 hp
Power (55–145 kW)
135–300 Nm
Torque (100–221 lb-ft)
7.5–19.1 s
0–100 km/h (fastest to slowest version)
233 km/h
Highest top speed (145 mph)

All versions

From least to most powerful. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market and model year.

Power, torque and performance for each version of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class 1st generation (W202), facelift.
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
2.2 AT Sedan2.2 litre diesel74 hp 55 kW150 Nm19.1 s166 km/hAutomatic, 5-speedRear wheel drive
2.2 MT Sedan2.2 litre diesel74 hp 55 kW150 Nm17 s170 km/hManual, 5-speedRear wheel drive
2.2 MT wagon 5-doors2.2 litre diesel74 hp 55 kW150 Nm17.2 s170 km/hManual, 5-speedRear wheel drive
2.0 MT Sedan2.0 litre diesel87 hp 65 kW135 Nm15.7 s178 km/hManual, 5-speedRear wheel drive
2.0 MT wagon 5-doors2.0 litre diesel87 hp 65 kW135 Nm16.3 s176 km/hManual, 5-speedRear wheel drive
2.2 AT Sedan2.2 litre diesel94 hp 70 kW150 Nm17.4 s172 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedRear wheel drive
2.2 AT wagon 5-doors2.2 litre diesel94 hp 70 kW150 Nm16.6 s173 km/hAutomatic, 5-speedRear wheel drive
2.2 MT Sedan2.2 litre diesel94 hp 70 kW150 Nm16.3 s175 km/hManual, 5-speedRear wheel drive
2.2 MT wagon 5-doors2.2 litre diesel94 hp 70 kW150 Nm16.6 s173 km/hManual, 5-speedRear wheel drive
2.2 AT wagon 5-doors2.2 litre diesel101 hp 75 kW235 Nm13 s180 km/hAutomatic, 5-speedRear wheel drive
2.2 AT Sedan2.2 litre diesel101 hp 75 kW235 Nm12.9 s183 km/hAutomatic, 5-speedRear wheel drive
2.2 MT Sedan2.2 litre diesel101 hp 75 kW235 Nm13.4 s180 km/hManual, 5-speedRear wheel drive
2.2 MT wagon 5-doors2.2 litre diesel101 hp 75 kW235 Nm14.4 s180 km/hManual, 5-speedRear wheel drive
1.8 AT Sedan1.8 litre gasoline121 hp 90 kW170 Nm13 s190 km/hAutomatic, 5-speedRear wheel drive
1.8 AT wagon 5-doors1.8 litre gasoline121 hp 90 kW170 Nm13.3 s187 km/hAutomatic, 5-speedRear wheel drive
1.8 MT Sedan1.8 litre gasoline121 hp 90 kW170 Nm12 s196 km/hManual, 5-speedRear wheel drive
1.8 MT wagon 5-doors1.8 litre gasoline121 hp 90 kW170 Nm12.5 s196 km/hManual, 5-speedRear wheel drive
2.2 AT Sedan2.2 litre diesel123 hp 92 kW300 Nm10.8 s194 km/hAutomatic, 5-speedRear wheel drive
2.2 AT wagon 5-doors2.2 litre diesel123 hp 92 kW300 Nm11.3 s192 km/hAutomatic, 5-speedRear wheel drive
2.2 MT Sedan2.2 litre diesel123 hp 92 kW300 Nm10.5 s198 km/hManual, 5-speedRear wheel drive
2.2 MT wagon 5-doors2.2 litre diesel123 hp 92 kW300 Nm11 s195 km/hManual, 5-speedRear wheel drive
2.0 AT Sedan2.0 litre gasoline134 hp 100 kW190 Nm11.5 s200 km/hAutomatic, 5-speedRear wheel drive
2.0 AT wagon 5-doors2.0 litre gasoline134 hp 100 kW190 Nm12.1 s197 km/hAutomatic, 5-speedRear wheel drive
2.0 MT Sedan2.0 litre gasoline134 hp 100 kW190 Nm11 s200 km/hManual, 5-speedRear wheel drive
2.0 MT wagon 5-doors2.0 litre gasoline134 hp 100 kW190 Nm11.3 s200 km/hManual, 5-speedRear wheel drive

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the 1st generation (W202), facelift, sedan and wagon.
Length4,488 mm177 in
Width1,720 mm68 in
Height1,415 mm56 in
Wheelbase2,690 mm106 in
Ground clearance150 mm6 in
Kerb weight1,250–1,520 kg2,756–3,351 lb
Boot space430–1,510 litres15–53 cu ft
Seats5
Fuel tank62 litres16 US gal

Questions about the Mercedes-Benz C-Class 1st generation (W202), facelift

What is the most powerful Mercedes-Benz C-Class 1st generation (W202), facelift?

The 2.3 AT sedan, with 194 hp (145 kW) and 280 Nm of torque.

How fast is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class 1st generation (W202), facelift from 0 to 100 km/h?

The quickest version, the 2.0 MT sedan, takes 7.5 seconds; the slowest takes 19.1 seconds. 0–60 mph is about 0.3 seconds quicker than 0–100 km/h.

What engines does the Mercedes-Benz C-Class 1st generation (W202), facelift have?

Engines from 1.8 to 2.8 litres, running on diesel or gasoline. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.

How big is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class 1st generation (W202), facelift?

About 4,488 mm long, 1,720 mm wide and 1,415 mm tall (177 in long), weighing 1,250–1,520 kg. Figures vary slightly by body style.

Every Mercedes-Benz C-Class generation

  1. W201 1982–1988
  2. W201, facelift 1988–1993
  3. 1st generation (W202) 1993–1997
  4. W202/S202 1993–1997
  5. 1st generation (W202), facelift 1997–2001
  6. W202/S202, facelift 1997–2001
  7. 2nd generation (W203) 2000–2004
  8. W203/S203/CL203 2000–2004
  9. 2nd generation (W203), facelift 2004–2008
  10. W203/S203/CL203, facelift 2004–2008
  11. 3rd generation (W204) 2006–2011
  12. W204/S204 2006–2011
  13. 3rd generation (W204), facelift 2011–2015
  14. W204/S204/C204, facelift 2011–2015
  15. 4th generation (W205) 2014–2018
  16. W205/S205/C205 2014–2018
  17. 4th generation (W205), facelift 2018–2023
  18. W205/S205/C205, facelift 2018–2023
  19. 5th generation (W206) 2021–present

Mercedes-Benz C-Class overview: current engines, dimensions and markets

Sources: manufacturer data for each version. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market, model year and equipment.