Verdict
The RM42,797 saving makes the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe C205 the sharper used buy if lower fuel use matters: its rated figure is 5.4 L/100 km versus 6.8 L/100 km. The facelift answers with 204 hp, 20 hp more than the earlier car, and trims the 0-100 km/h time by only 0.1 seconds to 7.2 seconds. Both retain the 300 Nm 2.0-litre turbo, nine-speed automatic, rear-wheel drive and 400-litre boot. Pay the extra for the facelift’s modern screen, smartphone integration and blind-spot warning, rather than expecting a wholesale mechanical change.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe C205 if you want the RM42,797 lower price, 5.4 L/100 km rated economy and LED projector headlamps.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe C205 Facelift if you want 204 hp, blind-spot monitoring, a 10.25-inch display and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe C205 RM293,332; Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe C205 Facelift RM336,129.
- Power: Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe C205 184 hp at 5,500 rpm; Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe C205 Facelift 204 hp at 5,800 rpm.
- 0-100 km/h: Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe C205 7.3 seconds; Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe C205 Facelift 7.2 seconds.
- Rated fuel economy: Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe C205 5.4 L/100 km; Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe C205 Facelift 6.8 L/100 km.
- Kerb weight: Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe C205 1,525 kg; Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe C205 Facelift 1,430 kg.
- Infotainment: Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe C205 7.0-inch COMAND display; Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe C205 Facelift 10.
C205
- RM42,797 lower purchase price.
- Better rated economy at 5.4 L/100 km.
- LED projector headlamps.
- 20 hp down at 184 hp.
- No blind-spot information system.
- Smaller 7.0-inch display without Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.
C205 Facelift
- 204 hp and 245 km/h top speed.
- Blind-spot information system.
- 10.25-inch display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Costs RM42,797 more.
- Higher rated fuel consumption at 6.8 L/100 km.
- LED reflector headlamps rather than LED projectors.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM293,332✓ | RM336,129 |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM376 | RM376 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,991 cc | 1,991 cc |
| Horsepower | 184 hp at 5,500 rpm | 204 hp at 5,800 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 300 Nm at 1,200 rpm | 300 Nm at 1,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 83 mm × 92 mm | 83 mm × 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9G-TRONIC | 9G-TRONIC |
| Gears | 9 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds | 7.2 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 5.4 L/100 km✓ | 6.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 235 km/h | 245 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 125 g/km✓ | 155 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,686 mm | 4,686 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,810 mm |
| Height | 1,405 mm | 1,405 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,840 mm | 2,840 mm |
| Weight | 1,525 kg | 1,430 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 66 litres | 66 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 400 litres | 400 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R18 | 225/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/40R18 | 255/40R18 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-Link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Five-spoke Alloy | 18" Five-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Five-spoke Alloy | 18" Five-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Agility Control suspension, 15 mm lower | Agility Control suspension, 15 mm lower |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars — Identical to C-Class Sedan | 5 stars — Identical to C-Class Sedan |
| ANCAP | 5 stars — Identical to C-Class Sedan | 5 stars — Identical to C-Class Sedan |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger seats | Available on two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Collision Prevention Assist Plus | Yes, Collision Prevention Assist Plus |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (3 colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (3 colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Audio 20 CD with Touchpad, 7.0-inch COMAND display | Audio 20 CD with Touchpad, 10.25" widescreen display, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | 2 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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C205 vs C205 Facelift FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe C205 or Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe C205 Facelift better?
The facelift is better equipped and more powerful, with 204 hp, blind-spot monitoring and a 10.25-inch display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The earlier C205 is the better cost-conscious choice, costing RM42,797 less and returning a 5.4 L/100 km rated figure.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe C205 is priced at RM293,332 and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe C205 Facelift at RM336,129, a difference of RM42,797.
Which C-Class Coupe has better fuel economy?
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe C205 has the better rated fuel economy at 5.4 L/100 km. The facelift is rated at 6.8 L/100 km, despite its 20 hp power advantage.
