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Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance

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SedanPetrolManualRWDYear 1995

193

Horsepower · 142 kW

8.4s

0–100 km/h

230

km/h top speed

8.3

l/100 km

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The Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance is a sedan powered by a petrol engine delivering 193 hp (142 kW).

Updated Jun 2026 · Data curated by Cars-Data.com

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance 1995 sedan front view

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.4 s and reaches a top speed of 230 km/h. Drive is routed to the rear-wheel-drive axle via a manual.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 8.3 l/100 km combined.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 1995 as part of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class (1995-1997) generation, and sits alongside 63 other variants in this generation.

Full specifications — including engine displacement, transmission type, dimensions, weight, and historical list price — are available on the specifications page.

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Overview

BodySedan
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual
DrivetrainRWD

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Performance

Power142 kW (190 hp)
0–100 km/h8.4 s
km/h top speed230 km/h (143 mph)
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Efficiency

Consumption8.3 l/100km (34.0 mpg UK · 28.3 mpg US)
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Quick answers

What is the engine power of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance?

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance produces 193 hp (142 kW).

How fast does the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.4 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance?

The top speed of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance is 230 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance?

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance has a combined fuel consumption of 8.3 l/100 km.

What transmission does the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance have?

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance is equipped with a Manual transmission.

Is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance sends power through the RWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance?

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance has a 2,295 cc engine with 4 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance?

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance produces 280 Nm of torque.

When was the Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance introduced?

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 230 Kompressor Elegance was introduced in 1995.

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