Verified Performance Tests Updated Apr 2026 · 5 recorded runs

Mercedes-Benz C320 0–60 Times

The Mercedes-Benz C320 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 5 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.

The fastest tested Mercedes-Benz C320 is the 2002 Mercedes-Benz C320 Kleemann C32K Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 6.0 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 14.50 seconds at 97.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

The slowest tested Mercedes-Benz C320 is the 2002 Mercedes-Benz C320 Sport Sedan, which took 7.6 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 15.90 seconds at 89.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

Out of all the Mercedes-Benz C320 tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 6.96 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 15.30 seconds at 92.00 mph.

Fastest 0–60 6.0sec 2002 Kleemann C32K Sedan
Average 0–60 6.96sec Across 5 runs
Avg ¼ Mile 15.30sec @ 92.0 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 7.6sec 2002 Sport Sedan
2002 Mercedes-Benz C320

Across 5 verified runs, the Mercedes-Benz C320 ranges from 6.0 to 7.6 seconds 0–60, with a 6.96-second average.

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Mercedes-Benz C320 0–60 times by model year

5 tests · 2 years

2002

Mercedes-Benz C320 · 3 verified runs
Avg 0–60 6.83 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.20 sec
Recorded Tests 3
#01
2002 Mercedes-Benz C320 Kleemann C32K Sedan
6.0sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.50s ¼ mi @ 97.0 mph
0–60 mph
6.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.50 sec
Trap Speed
97.0 mph
Engine
3.2L Supercharger V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
5A
MPG EPA
17 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#1 of 5
2002 Mercedes-Benz C320 Kleemann C32K Sedan
#02
2002 Mercedes-Benz C320 Sport Sedan
6.9sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.20s ¼ mi @ 91.7 mph
0–60 mph
6.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.20 sec
Trap Speed
91.7 mph
Engine
3.2L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
5A
MPG EPA
17 C / 23 H / 21.7 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Road & Track
Overall Rank
#2 of 5
2002 Mercedes-Benz C320 Sport Sedan
#05
2002 Mercedes-Benz C320 Sport Sedan
7.6sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.90s ¼ mi @ 89.0 mph
0–60 mph
7.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.90 sec
Trap Speed
89.0 mph
Engine
3.2L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
5A
MPG EPA
17 C / 23 H / 22 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#5 of 5
2002 Mercedes-Benz C320 Sport Sedan

2001

Mercedes-Benz C320 · 2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 7.15 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.45 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#03
2001 Mercedes-Benz C320 Sport Sedan
7.1sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.40s ¼ mi @ 91.3 mph
0–60 mph
7.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.40 sec
Trap Speed
91.3 mph
Engine
3.2L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
5A
MPG EPA
17 C / 23 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#3 of 5
2001 Mercedes-Benz C320 Sport Sedan
#04
2001 Mercedes-Benz C320 Sport Sedan
7.2sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.50s ¼ mi @ 91.0 mph
0–60 mph
7.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.50 sec
Trap Speed
91.0 mph
Engine
3.2L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
5A
MPG EPA
17 C / 23 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#4 of 5
2001 Mercedes-Benz C320 Sport Sedan

How we verify Mercedes-Benz C320 performance data

We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Mercedes-Benz C320 trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.

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Mercedes-Benz C320 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster
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Mercedes-Benz C320 performance FAQs

6 questions
The quickest Mercedes-Benz C320 on record is the 2002 Mercedes-Benz C320 Kleemann C32K Sedan, which runs 0–60 mph in 6.0 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 14.50 seconds at 97.0 mph.
The slowest recorded Mercedes-Benz C320 is the 2002 Mercedes-Benz C320 Sport Sedan, which takes 7.6 seconds to reach 60 mph and runs 15.90 seconds in the quarter.
Averaged across all 5 verified runs, a Mercedes-Benz C320 reaches 60 mph in 6.96 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 15.30 seconds at roughly 92.0 mph.
We have verified test data for 2 model years. Each year shows every recorded run, the publication that measured it, and the trim-level details.
Every figure is sourced from published road tests by Car and Driver, Motor Trend, Motor Week and Road & Track. We don't use manufacturer claims — only independently timed runs — so the numbers reflect what the car actually does.
0–60 and quarter-mile results depend on driver technique, ambient temperature, tire condition, road surface, altitude, and testing instrumentation. A published figure is a single sample, not an absolute — which is why we show the range of verified runs rather than one number.

Sources

Car and Driver
Motor Trend
Motor Week
Road & Track

0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Mercedes-Benz C320 can do, not a single marketing claim.

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