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Mercedes-Benz C300 vs Toyota Crown

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 Mercedes-Benz C300

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2026 Toyota Crown

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Overview

SpecMercedes-Benz C300C 300Toyota CrownXLE
Selected trimC 300XLE
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)regular unleaded
Transmission9-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typemild hybridhybrid
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecMercedes-Benz C300C 300Toyota CrownXLE
MSRP$49,650$41,440 (best)
Lowest listing price—$35,856 (best)
Median listing price—$44,619 (best)
Highest listing price—$59,103 (best)
For sale now08 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMercedes-Benz C300C 300Toyota CrownXLE
Combined MPG29 MPG41 MPG (best)
City MPG25 MPG42 MPG (best)
Highway MPG35 MPG41 MPG (best)
Fuel tank17.4 gal (best)14.5 gal

Performance

SpecMercedes-Benz C300C 300Toyota CrownXLE
Horsepower255 hp (best)236 hp
Torque295 lb-ft (best)—
Engine size2 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecMercedes-Benz C300C 300Toyota CrownXLE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume11.6 cu ft15.2 cu ft (best)
Payload—1,040 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,825 lbs (best)3,980 lbs
Ground clearance—5.8 in (best)
Wheelbase112.8 in (best)112.2 in
Length187 in196.1 in (best)
Width74.4 in (best)72.4 in
Height56.6 in60.6 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecMercedes-Benz C300C 300Toyota CrownXLE
NHTSA overall—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)1

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.

TrimMercedes-Benz C300Toyota Crown
1

C 300

$49,650 MSRP(Currently comparing)

XLE

$41,440 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

C 300 4MATIC

$51,650 MSRP

Limited

$45,950 MSRP

3—

Nightshade

$48,765 MSRP

4—

Platinum

$54,990 MSRP

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Mercedes-Benz C300 vs Toyota Crown FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300 or 2026 Toyota Crown?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300 vs 2026 Toyota Crown on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300 or 2026 Toyota Crown?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Toyota Crown starts lower at $41,440. Live Toyota Crown listings start at $35,856.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300 or 2026 Toyota Crown?
The 2026 Toyota Crown leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (41,440).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300 or 2026 Toyota Crown?
The 2026 Toyota Crown leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (41).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300 or 2026 Toyota Crown?
The 2026 Toyota Crown leads on horsepower in this comparison (340).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Mercedes-Benz C300 vs 2026 Toyota Crown?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Toyota Crown (5/5 NHTSA overall).