Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 vs Skoda Superb MK3
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
W205 · 2014 – 2021
The fourth-generation C-Class (W205), on the MRA rear-wheel-drive platform.
Skoda Superb
MK3 · 2015 – 2023
The third-generation Superb (MK3), on the MQB platform.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Pick the C-Class for an S-Class-inspired interior, a hushed ride and efficient engines in a premium compact executive sedan.
Skoda Superb
Pick the MK3 for an exceptionally roomy, comfortable family car with a sweet 1.5 TSI or 2.0 TDI.
Performance
M274 C 200 · Petrol vs 1.5 TSI 150 · Petrol
| Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Skoda Superb | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
184 hp
Winner
|
150 hp
|
| Torque |
300 Nm
Winner
|
250 Nm
|
| 0–100 km/h |
7,2 s
Winner
|
9,2 s
|
| Top speed |
237 km/h
Winner
|
220 km/h
|
| Power-to-weight |
125,2 hp/t
Winner
|
104,9 hp/t
|
| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
131 g/km
Winner
|
133 g/km
|
| Consumption (WLTP) |
5,8 L/100km
|
5,8 L/100km
|
Dimensions & space
| Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Skoda Superb | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
480 L
|
625 L
Winner
|
| Boot (seats folded) |
—
|
1.760 L
|
| Wheelbase |
2,84 m
|
2,84 m
Winner
|
| Length |
4,69 m
|
4,86 m
|
| Ground clearance |
13,0 cm
|
13,9 cm
|
| Turning circle |
11,2 m
Winner
|
11,7 m
|
| Towing capacity (braked) |
1.800 kg
|
2.200 kg
Winner
|
Powertrain & tech
| Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Skoda Superb | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | MRA (rear-wheel-drive base) | MQB (shared with the VW Passat) |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive · All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive |
| Engine family | M274 2.0 petrol · OM651 2.1 / OM654 2.0 diesel · C 300 e PHEV | 1.4/1.5 TSI · 2.0 TSI petrol · 1.6/2.0 TDI diesel · 1.4 TSI iV PHEV |
| Transmission | 9G-Tronic (9-speed) | 6-speed manual · 7-speed DSG |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Euro standard | Euro 6 | Euro 6d |
| LEZ access | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
- Timing chain on early OM651 diesels
- 9G-Tronic service
- AdBlue (OM654) / Airmatic air suspension
- 1.5 TSI: kangarooing on early cars
- DSG: jerkiness at low speed
- 2.0 TDI: DPF/AdBlue
Pros
- S-Class-inspired interior
- Quiet, refined ride (Airmatic)
- Efficient OM654 diesel (post-facelift)
- Very roomy boot and rear seats
- Comfortable and practical
- Broad range (including PHEV)
Cons
- Firm ride on AMG Line
- Dated pre-facelift infotainment
- Sparse base equipment
- Interior with hard plastics
- Less refined driving feel
Driving experience
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
The W205 leans fully into the Mercedes comfort remit: it wafts rather than corners hard. The ride is plush, the cabin library-quiet at speed, and the 9G-Tronic dissolves shifts so completely you forget it is there. The steering is relaxed and low-effort, matching the unhurried character. Engines matter more than chassis here: the M274/M264 petrols are smooth and unobtrusive, the OM654 diesel is the one to have, and the plug-in covers town trips almost entirely on battery. AIRMATIC, where fitted, turns poor roads into a distant murmur. It does not ask to be driven hard — it makes every journey feel shorter than it was.
Skoda Superb
Composed and secure for a large family car of its era, with light steering that suits motorway and urban driving. The ride is comfortable on standard wheels, and body roll is present yet managed. Diesels deliver strong low-end torque for motorway use. It prioritises comfort and practicality over sharp dynamics, with good visibility.
Belgian taxes & LEZ
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