Acura TLX vs Mercedes-Benz C300
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Mercedes-Benz C300
Overview
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Mercedes-Benz C300C 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | TLX Sedan | C 300 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Mercedes-Benz C300C 300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $45,400 (best) | $49,650 |
| Lowest listing price | $17,500 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $23,062 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $47,100 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 12 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Mercedes-Benz C300C 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG | 35 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal | 17.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Mercedes-Benz C300C 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 272 hp (best) | 255 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Mercedes-Benz C300C 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.5 cu ft (best) | 11.6 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,756 lbs (best) | 3,825 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 113 in (best) | 112.8 in |
| Length | 194.6 in (best) | 187 in |
| Width | 75.2 in (best) | 74.4 in |
| Height | 56.4 in | 56.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Mercedes-Benz C300C 300 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura TLX | Mercedes-Benz C300 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | TLX Sedan $45,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | C 300 $49,650 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | TLX Sedan $50,400 MSRP | C 300 4MATIC $51,650 MSRP |
| 3 | Type S $58,050 MSRP | — |
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Acura TLX vs Mercedes-Benz C300 FAQ
- Which is better: 2025 Acura TLX or 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 Acura TLX vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2025 Acura TLX or 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 Acura TLX starts lower at $45,400. Live Acura TLX listings start at $17,500.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 Acura TLX or 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300?
- The 2025 Acura TLX leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (45,400).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 Acura TLX or 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300?
- The 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (29).
- Which has better horsepower: 2025 Acura TLX or 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300?
- The 2025 Acura TLX leads on horsepower in this comparison (355).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2025 Acura TLX vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura TLX (5/5 NHTSA overall).