2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specifications Overview

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is certified across 11 configurations with 2L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine, 2L 4-Cylinder Engine, 3L 6-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic 9-spd. EPA classified under the Compact Cars / Subcompact Cars / Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD / Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD size category. Platform architecture belongs to the 5th Generation (W206) vehicle family.

Engine / Motors
3 Options
2L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine, 2L 4-Cylinder Engine...
Drivetrain Options
2 Drivetrains
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Transmissions
Automatic 9-spd
Automatic 9-spd
Vehicle Classification
Compact Cars
Official EPA regulatory class

Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (11)

Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation

Configuration / Model Engine & Displacement Cylinders Induction / Tech Transmission Drivetrain Fuel System
C300 Compact Cars 2L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine 4 Hybrid Electric Assist Automatic 9-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Premium
C300 4matic Compact Cars 2L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine 4 Hybrid Electric Assist Automatic 9-spd All-Wheel Drive Premium
C300 4matic Coupe Subcompact Cars 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 9-spd All-Wheel Drive Premium
C300 Coupe Subcompact Cars 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 9-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Premium
GLC300 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 9-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Premium
GLC300 4matic Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 9-spd All-Wheel Drive Premium
C300 4matic Convertible Subcompact Cars 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 9-spd All-Wheel Drive Premium
C300 Convertible Subcompact Cars 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 9-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Premium
GLC300 4matic Coupe Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 9-spd All-Wheel Drive Premium
AMG C43 4matic Coupe Subcompact Cars 3L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 9-spd All-Wheel Drive Premium
AMG C43 4matic Convertible Subcompact Cars 3L 6-Cylinder Engine 6 Naturally Aspirated Automatic 9-spd All-Wheel Drive Premium
EPA Certification Standards: Powertrain and transmission specifications represent official laboratory configuration records filed under 40 CFR Part 600. For detailed fuel economy ratings, electric range, and annual fuel costs, explore the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class MPG & Range Report.

Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture

Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities

EPA Regulatory Size Class

  • Compact Cars
  • Subcompact Cars
  • Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
  • Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

NHTSA NCAP Body Formats

  • 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4 DR 4WD
  • 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Cabriolet C 4WD
  • 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe 2 DR 4WD
  • 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4 DR RWD
  • 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Cabriolet C RWD
  • 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe 2 DR RWD

Active Safety Technology

Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.

Related Official Reports for 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Cross-reference fuel economy, safety ratings, owner defect complaints, and recall notices

Official US Government Data Provenance

Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.