2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Explore the differences between the C-Class and E-Class to see which of these two Mercedes-Benz sedans is right for your Aurora commute. Then apply for financing and book a test drive at Mercedes-Benz Newmarket to compare the C-Class vs. the E-Class in person!

C-Class vs. E-Class Trim Levels and Price

On average, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a bit more affordable than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, but the two models share a number of trims that fall right within the same price range. See how pricing differs by trim level below:

2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 

• C 300 4MATIC® Sedan: $55,000 MSRP*
• AMG® C 43 Sedan: $71,600 MSRP*
• AMG® C 63 Sedan: $89,700 MSRP*
• AMG® C 63 S Sedan: $97,700 MSRP*

2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 

• E 350 4MATIC® Sedan: $64,900 MSRP*
• E 450 4MATIC® Sedan: $74,900 MSRP*
• AMG® E 53 Sedan: $86,900 MSRP*
• AMG® E 63 S Sedan: $124,900 MSRP*

C-Class vs. E-Class: Power and Efficiency

When comparing the Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. the E-Class on performance, you’ll find that both models feature the same engine. Regardless of which model you choose, you’ll enjoy nearly identical performance and fuel economy.

2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specs

• 2.0L inline-4 turbo engine
• 10.22 L/100 km city / 6.7 L/100 km highway
• 9-speed automatic transmission
• 255 horsepower
• 273 lb-ft of torque
• 0-100 km in 5.7 seconds

2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Specs

• 2.0L inline-4 turbo engine
• 9-speed automatic transmission
• 10.69 L/100 km / 7.6 L/100 km highway
• 255 horsepower
• 273 lb-ft of torque
• 0-100 km time in 5.8 seconds

C-Class vs. E-Class: Interior Space and Features

The C-Class is slightly smaller than the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, offering 12.6 cubic feet of cargo space to the E-Class, which offers 13.1 cubic feet. As for the cabins, both sedans are loaded with the latest interior convenience features. Take a look at some standard and available highlights for each model:

2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Interior

• Remote Start via Mercedes me connect Mobile App
• Heated front seats
• 40/20/40-split folding rear seats
• Steering wheel with Touch Control Buttons
• Central controller
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Power front seats with driver-seat memory
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Mercedes me connect Assist Services
• 10.25-inch high-resolution centre display
• 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster

2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Interior

• Remote Start via Mercedes me connect Mobile App
• 64-color LED ambient lighting
• Heated front seats
• Power front seats with memory
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Mercedes me connect Assist Services
• 40/20/40-split folding rear seats
• Power front seats with memory
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Mercedes me connect Assist Services
• 12.3-inch touchscreen multimedia display
• 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
• Steering wheel with Touch Control Buttons
• Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX)

Experience the Difference Between the C-Class and E-Class with Test Drives in Newmarket

Now that you’ve read our C-Class vs. E-Class comparison, call Mercedes-Benz Newmarket at 905.853.6868 to perform your own Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. E-Class comparison with some test drives near Markham! We’ll walk you through their differences and make sure you find the right model for you. Don’t forget to explore our new vehicle specials to see just how much you can save!